Crossdressing Collection

Reprisal! by H M Bateman - humorous illustration of what can happen if a woman decides to wear trousers. In this scene the reprisal for the wife wearing trousers is that her husband has taken to

Miss Roussel as Martial in La Corde de Hangdu by Laloue and Bourgeois, Theatre du Cirque Olympique, 1844
FLO4633055 Miss Roussel as Martial in La Corde de Hangdu by Laloue and Bourgeois, Theatre du Cirque Olympique, 1844. Actress crossdressing as a trumpeter for the Musketeers

Madame Charlotte Doche and Satan in Le Diable in Paris, Theatre du Vaudeville, 1844
FLO4632932 Madame Charlotte Doche and Satan in Le Diable in Paris, Theatre du Vaudeville, 1844. Handcoloured lithograph after an illustration by Alexandre Lacauchie from Victor Dollet's Galerie

Madame Josephine Gautier as Ariel, a page to the king, in La Corde de Hangdu by Ferdinand Laloue and Anicet Bourgeois
FLO4632944 Madame Josephine Gautier as Ariel, a page to the king, in La Corde de Hangdu by Ferdinand Laloue and Anicet Bourgeois, Theatre du Cirque Olympique, 1844

Gracie Fields (1898-1979) in Shipyard Sally'. Date: 1939

Mrs Maria Macklin in the character of Camillo in John Vanburghs The Mistake, Covent Garden Theatre, 1776
6337742 Mrs Maria Macklin in the character of Camillo in John Vanburghs The Mistake, Covent Garden Theatre, 1776 by Thornthwaite, J

Mr David Garrick in drag in the character of Sir John Brute in John Vanbrughs The Provok d Wife, Drury Lane Theatre
6337803 Mr David Garrick in drag in the character of Sir John Brute in John Vanbrughs The Provok d Wife, Drury Lane Theatre, Garrick was an English actor, playwright, theatre manager and producer

Madame Charlotte Doche as Satan in Le Diable a Paris, 1844
Madame Charlotte Doche as Satan in Le Diable a Paris, Theatre du Vaudeville, 1844. Handcoloured lithograph after an illustration by Alexandre Lacauchie from Victor Dollets Galerie Dramatique

Toto chez Tata - play written by Henry Meilhac
3779597 Toto chez Tata - play written by Henry Meilhac by Morin, Edmond (1824-82); (add.info.: Toto chez Tata - play play written by Henry Meilhac and Ludovic Halevy)

An Emperor Fleeing a Palace Disguised as a Woman in Carriage
CHT176848 An Emperor Fleeing a Palace Disguised as a Woman in Carriage, scene from a courtly romance of the Heian period, printed in The Kokka magazine, 1900-01 (colour litho) by Gukei

The Dance of the Forty-One, Mexico -- a notorious society scandal uncovered by a police raid on a private residence on 17 November 1901, where a group of men were dancing

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"Exploring the Art of Crossdressing: From Historical Engravings to Theatrical Delights" Step into a world where gender boundaries blur and self-expression takes center stage. Crossdressing, an age-old practice that challenges societal norms, has captivated audiences throughout history. Let's embark on a captivating journey through time, exploring iconic moments and figures that have embraced this art form. Reprisal. By H M Bateman - A satirical cartoon depicting the humorous side of crossdressing, reminding us that laughter knows no gender. Gracie Fields - This beloved British singer and actress enchanted audiences with her powerful performances both in male and female roles, proving talent transcends traditional expectations. The Dance of the Forty-One, Mexico - Unveiling a scandalous event from 1901 when police raided a private party where men dressed as women were arrested; highlighting the defiance against societal constraints. Historie der Zee-Roovers (1725) - An intriguing engraving showcasing pirates Ann Bonny and Mary Read who defied conventions not only as fierce buccaneers but also by embracing masculine attire. Mrs Maria Macklin in John Vanburghs The Mistake (1776) - Witnessing Mrs. Macklin's portrayal of Camillo reminds us how theater allowed individuals to experiment with their identities within fictional realms. Mr David Garrick in drag in John Vanbrugh's The Provok'd Wife (1717-1779) – Celebrating Garrick’s mastery as he challenged gender norms while portraying Sir John Brute; his performance left audiences mesmerized. Madame Charlotte Doche as Satan in Le Diable à Paris (1844) – In this daring role reversal, Madame Doche personified power and seduction while challenging perceptions of femininity. Portrait of Ella Wesner (c.