Wilton House is a manor house, famous for its landscaped park and magnificent interiors.
Wilton House. The manor house is home to the Earls of Pembroke.
Tag: English customs
Traditional English dress, culture and customs of the various regions.
Auguste Racinet. The Costume History by Françoise Tétart-Vittu.
Racinet's Costume History is an invaluable reference for students, designers, artists, illustrators, and historians; and a rich source of inspiration for anyone with an interest in clothing and style. Originally published in France between 1876 and 1888, Auguste Racinet’s Le Costume historique was in its day the most wide-ranging and incisive study of clothing ever attempted.
Covering the world history of costume, dress, and style from antiquity through to the end of the 19th century, the six volume work remains completely unique in its scope and detail. “Some books just scream out to be bought; this is one of them.” ― Vogue.com
Courtiers of the time of Richard II.
Anjou-Plantagenêt ruling dynasty of medieval England
The dress of the Ancient Britons. The druidical robe.
British costume. The Britons. The druidical robe. Civil dress. The Sagum. The Tunic
Textilepedia. The Complete Fabric Guide.
The Textile Manual is an encyclopaedia of textile information, from material to yarn, from fabric structure to the finishing process. Encompassing practical tips for a range of textiles and detailed visuals, this ultra-accessible manual is the perfect companion for fashion aficionados and aspiring fashion designers.
Glynneath Wales. Costumes and plaids 19th c.
Glynneath Wales.
Charles the first in the guard room. 17th century.
Pictures and Royal Portraits illustrative of English and Scottish History.
The offer of the crown to Lady Jane Grey.
Lady Jane Grey claimed the title of Queen of England as the official heir of King Edward VI from July 10 to July 19, 1553. Since then, she has had the nickname Nine Days Queen or Thirteen Days Queen.
The Wash-House by William Orpen.
The woman in the picture was Vera Hone lived with her husband as a neighbor of William Orpen
Lady Jane Grey declining the english crown.
Jane Grey claimed in 1553 for a short time the title of Queen of England. Since then, she has been dubbed The Nine Days’ Queen or The Thirteen Days’ Queen.
