Bandeau Collection (#2)

Suzanne Lenglen (1899 - 1938), French tennis player, winner of 81 singles titles during the 1920s. Pictured on court running for a shot

Black & White Costume
Redfern dress & coat in black & white for the theatre: wrap- over V -neck dress with fur- trimmed hem & train, kimono style coat with deep fur collar & cuffs

Evening coat with inner lining design 1922
Loose fitting cape style evening coat with huge fur collar, inner lining fabric design and matching dress. Date: 1922

Florentine Women C. 1425
Women of Florence wear softly flowing clothes & more natural hairstyles & headdresses than women of northern Europe. N.B chemise drawn through slashes in the sleeves & fret hair-net Date: circa 1425

Georgiana / Duchess / Phllps
GEORGIANA SPENCER DUCHESS OF DEVONSHIRE Daughter of 1st Earl Spencer Married 5th Duke of Devonshire Date: 1757 - 1806

Portrait of Madame Recamier (1777-1849), c. 1798-9 (oil on canvas)
XIR71493 Portrait of Madame Recamier (1777-1849), c.1798-9 (oil on canvas) by Morin, Eulalie (fl.1798-1800); 115x87 cm; Chateau de Versailles, France; French, out of copyright

Admiration with astonishment (pierre noire on white yellowed paper)
XIR414665 Admiration with astonishment (pierre noire on white yellowed paper) by Le Brun, Charles (1619-90); 25.5x19.2 cm; Louvre (Cabinet de dessins), Paris

George Sand, 1877 (marble)
XIR414551 George Sand, 1877 (marble) by Clesinger, Jean Baptiste Auguste (1814-83); Comedie Francaise, Paris, France; (add.info.: Amandine Aurore Lucile Dudevant)

Young nude woman, seated, turned to the right (pierre noire, red chalk, white highlights
XIR346693 Young nude woman, seated, turned to the right (pierre noire, red chalk, white highlights & brown wash on paper) by Rubens, Peter Paul (1577-1640); 46.3x28.2 cm; Louvre (Cabinet de dessins)

Heads of three men, from the The Vallardi Album (pen & ink on paper) (b / w photo)
XIR242745 Heads of three men, from the The Vallardi Album (pen & ink on paper) (b/w photo) by Pisanello, Antonio (1395-1455); Louvre, Paris, France; Italian, out of copyright

Juliette Recamier (1777-1849) c. 1805-06 (marble) (see also 242735) (b / w photo)
XIR242734 Juliette Recamier (1777-1849) c.1805-06 (marble) (see also 242735) (b/w photo) by Chinard, Joseph (1756-1813); height: 80 cm; Musee des Beaux-Arts, Lyon, France; French, out of copyright

Two portraits of Catullus (c. 84-c. 54 BC) (engraving) (b / w photo)
XIR164993 Two portraits of Catullus (c.84-c.54 BC) (engraving) (b/w photo) by French School, (16th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

C12th Dress / Women
Super-tunics with pendant cuffs, long ornate girdles, mantles, hair worn uncovered or with a veil & an ornamental fillet or diadem. Date: 12th century

Greek Costume / Louvre
ANCIENT GREECE: Nymphs of the cortege of Aphrodite (Venus) wearing sheer & ornamented chitons through which their bodies are clearly visible. Date: B.C

Suzanne Lenglen by Fred May
Suzanne Lenglen (1899-1938), French tennis player and champion, winner of 81 singles titles, 73 doubles and 11 mixed doubles captured by cartoonist Fred May wearing her signature bandeau

The Delineator November 1928
Front cover illustration featuring a fashionable 1920s woman wearing a fur stole or collar, and wearing a close-fitting hat or bandeau that matches her handbag or purse

Suzanne Lenglens Tennis Outfits for Selfridges
A page depicting the outfits designed and modelled by Suzanne Lenglen for Selfridges, shown exclusively in the Illustrated Sporting and Dramatic News

Girl with Red Flowers
A young girl, with wavy brown hair, a pink lace-trimmed dress & a red bandeau holds a large bunch of red flowers (possibly chrysanthemums or dahlias)

Afternoon Gown 1911
High waisted Directoire or Empire line gown in lilac etamine & chiffon embroidered in gold & lilac wooden beads. N.B Cordeliere girdle & floating back panel

Big Hair of C. 1918
An example of the big hair style fashionable around this date. The hair is curled & piled high up on the head, with large curls at the cheeks & a short fringe

Flappers Lean on Wall
A couple of flappers and a gentleman friend in evening dress

Bon Genre No. 91 Costume
A Paris street acrobat stands on one leg on a candlestick which her partner holds steady, while their child does a handstand and a mother gives her daughter a coin for them

Marguerite Leslie C1908
The S-bend silhouette is still discernable in this velvet gown with square corsage & crochet or lace trim. N.B bandeau in her hair & a long string of knotted pearls

Red Dress / Paquin 1912
Red tunic dress by Paquin: accordian pleated narrow double-skirt beneath a long tunic cut away at the sides to create a point. N.B bandeau & curled feather headdress

Cheruit Evening Robe
Robe by Cheruit: heavily ornamented corsage & a double skirt, the column silhouette broken by the translucent polonaise style tunic. Bandeau & feather headdress

MLLE YANEs GOWN 1913
Mlle. Yane in a gown by Drecoll: round fur-trimmed decolletage, high waistline, draped skirt giving the effect of panniers & with panels of an ornate floral fabric

Couple / Savoy Supper 1920
He: long black coat with velvet collar, top hat, white waistcoat, wing collar & tie. She: pink gown, white fur coat with silver fox fur stole, bandeau & plume headdress

Egyptian Evening Coat
Evening coat in fur & a fabric using motifs from a non- European culture (?Egyptian) with hood & large hanging sleeves giving the garment the appearance of a cloak

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"Bandeau: A Timeless Fashion Accessory Through the Ages" From the elegant Blue Dress to the lively Beer of 1922, bandeaus have graced women's wardrobes for centuries. Dating back to as early as 1810 with the Kashmir Shawl Dress, this versatile accessory has stood the test of time. Intricate and delicate, bandeaus were not limited to clothing alone. They adorned Art Nouveau Headdresses in all their glory during a period defined by its ornate designs. The Evening Dress of 1922 showcased how these headpieces added an air of sophistication and glamour to any ensemble. Harrods Head Dresses from 1919 boasted exquisite craftsmanship that left onlookers in awe. Meanwhile, Elsie Harding's Gilt-edged Security captured the essence of beauty and protection intertwined within a single piece. Drawing inspiration from ancient Egypt, Tutankhamen-inspired head dresses transported wearers back in time while adding an aura of mystique. The Costume/Bourgogne C15 displayed how bandeaus played a role in historical attire. Charlotte von Stein's engraved portrait depicted her wearing a bandeau during late 18th century-early 19th century fashion trends. Italian Costumes C15Th showcased how this accessory transcended borders and became a staple across cultures. Even advertisements like Dickins-Jones corsets in 1909 recognized the power of bandeaus in enhancing feminine allure. And who could forget Pauline Bonaparte as Venus Triumphant? Her marble headpiece epitomized grace and elegance fit for royalty. Through history, bandeaus have proven their ability to elevate any outfit or occasion with their timeless charm and versatility. Whether it be adorning regal ensembles or accentuating everyday wear, these accessories continue to captivate fashion enthusiasts worldwide.