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ROLLER SKATING, NYC. 1885. A Belle On Rollers. Roller skating on an indoor rink in New York City. Wood engraving, 1885, after Thure de Thulstrup

WILLIAM III AND QUEEN MARY of England. Wood engraving

ELISABETH OF AUSTRIA (1837-1898). Empress of Austria, 1854-1898. The empress at the time of her coronation as queen of Hungary. Wood engraving after a photograph, 1867

AMELIA BLOOMER (1818-1894). Nee Jenks: Bloomers full-trousered costume that came to bear her name. Wood engraving, 1851

OLYMPIA BROWN (1835-1926). American minister and suffragist. Steel engraving, American, 1882

SAN FRANCISCO HOTEL, 1878. Chinese merchants of San Francisco paying respects to the newly established Chinese Embassy to the United States in the grand parlor of the Palace Hotel

EASTER MORNING, 1898. American cartoon, 1898, by Harrison Fisher

ELIZABETH OF AUSTRIA (1837-1898). Empress of Austria, 1854-1898. Steel engraving, Austrian, 19th century

THE WIFE OF BATH. Line engraving after the llumination in the Ellesmere manuscript of the Canterbury Tales, by Geoffrey Chaucer (c1340-1400)

EMMA WIXON NEVADA (1859-1940). American singer. Wood engraving after a photograph by Napoleon Sarony, 1884

WOMENs FASHION, 1872. Ladys walking dress. Wood engraving, 1872, from an American fashion magazine

AMELIA BLOOMER (1818-1894). American feminist and temperance reformer: line and stipple engraving, 1881

ANNE OF AUSTRIA (1601-1666). Queen of France, 1615-1643

ANNE OF AUSTRIA (1601-1666). Queen of France, 1615-1643. Copper engraving, French, 17th century, after an oil painting by Michel Lasne

SARAH CHURCHILL (1660-1744). N

JOHN DICKINSON (1732-1808). American statesman. Stipple engraving, 1836, after Charles Willson Peale

ROLLER SKATING, 1885. A Belle On Rollers. Roller skating on an indoor rink in New York City. Wood engraving, 1885, after Thure de Thulstrup

EDWARD HAMMON HARGRAVES (1816-1891). Australian gold prospector. Wood engraving, 1852

ELIZABETH ST. MICHEL PEPYS (1640-1669). Wife of the English diarist, Samuel Pepys. Elizabeth Pepys as St. Catherine, holding a palm frond

SOLDIERS, 16th CENTURY. French soldiers during the reign of King Henry III (1574-1589). Left-to-right: a captain, a memeber of the Garde du Corps, a musketeer, and a member of the Swiss Guards

LETITIA CHRISTIAN TYLER (1790-1842). First wife of President John Tyler. Stipple engraving, 19th century

LISE NOBLET (1801-1852). French dancer. Stipple and line engraving, English, 1822

RICHARD HENRY LEE (1732-1794). American Revolutionary statesman. Steel engraving, American, 1861, after a painting by Alonzo Chappel

EDWARD FORBES (1815-1854). English naturalist and paleontologist. Line engraving, 1854

SEBASTIEN de VAUBAN (1633-1707). French military engineer. Line engraving, French, 1838

VICTORIA (1819-1901). Queen of Great Britain, 1837-1901. The future queen at age four: wood engraving after a painting by Stephen Pointz Denning

DULCIMER, 17th CENTURY. Copper engraving, French, 17th century

THE MANCIPLE. Line engraving after the illumination from the Cambridge University manuscript of Geoffrey Chaucers Canterbury Tales

THE COOK OF LONDON. Line engraving after an illumination from the Cambridge University manuscript of Geoffrey Chaucers Canterbury Tales

ROBERT CECIL (1563-1612). 1st Earl of Salisbury and 1st Viscount Cranborne. Line and stipple engraving, 19th century

CAROLINE OF BRUNSWICK (1768-1821). Queen of Great Britain and Ireland, wife of George IV. Contemporary stipple engraving

DUKE OF ORLEANS (1640-1701). Philippe de Bourbon, duc d Orleans. Son of King Louis XIII of France. Contemporary French line engraving

JAMES SCOTT (1649-1685). Duke of Monmouth. Natural son of King Charles II of England, claimant to the British throne, and leader of rebellion. Line engraving after a painting by Sir Peter Lely

Selina Louisa Bradford (D. 1894). N

HAIRSTYLE, 18th CENTURY. Coiffures of an unmarried (left) and a married (right) woman. After a late 18th century French engraving

WOMENs FASHION. La Marchande de Modes. Line engraving after Francois Boucher (1703-1770)

EDWARD VI (1537-1553). King of England and Ireland, 1547-53. Line and stipple engraving, English, 19th century

HAIRSTYLE, 18th CENTURY. French hairstyles of the third quarter of the 18th century

PIETRO ARETINO (1492-1556). Italian satirist. Wood engraving, Italian, 16th century

LOUIS XVII (1785-1795). The dauphin of France, Louis-Charles. Engraving after an oil by Jacques-Louis David

SHAKESPEARE: HAMLET. Charles Albert Fechter as Hamlet at the Princess Theater in London, England. Wood engraving, 1861

PIERRE de BEAUMARCHAIS (1732-1799). Full name: Pierre Augustin Caron de Beaumarchais. French financier and playwright. Engraving and etching, French, early 19th century

WILLIAM PENN AND CHARLES II. William Penn (1644-1718), left, with King Charles II at Whitehall, c1680. Wood engraving after Howard Pyle

MARY HERBERT PEMBROKE (1561-1621). N

QUADRILLE, 1820. The Marquis of Worcester, Lady Jersey, Clanronald MacDonald and Lady Worcester dancing the first quadrille at Almacks Club, 1820. Wood engraving, English, 19th century

CORSET ADVERTISEMENT, 1888. American newspaper advertisement, 1888

WOMENs FASHION, 1850. Parisian fashion. Steel engraving from an American fashion magazine, 1850

LOYSE BOURGEOIS (1563-1636). French midwife and writer. Bloyse as she appeared at about age forty-five. Line engraving, German, early 17th century

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"Fashion through the Ages: From Suffragettes to Singing Cowboys" Step into a world where fashion tells stories, where every garment is a canvas of history and culture. Take a journey through time as we explore the diverse influences that have shaped the ever-evolving realm of fashion. Intricate and enchanting, an Alexander McQueen dress adorned with Magpie motifs captures our attention. This masterpiece pays homage to nature's beauty while showcasing the designer's unparalleled creativity. Travel back to 1908 when English suffragettes fought for women's rights, their voices amplified by feminist newspapers. Their boldness and determination paved the way for future generations, leaving an indelible mark on both society and style. Enter the vibrant era of Biba Style, where London became a playground for self-expression in the swinging sixties. With its bohemian flair and daring designs, this movement revolutionized fashion as we know it today. Roy Rogers, an American singing cowboy actor photographed alongside his loyal companion Trigger embodies rugged charm. Together they epitomize timeless Western style that continues to inspire modern-day trends. Discover St. Bernadette of Lourdes, whose humble spirit shines through her simple yet elegant attire. Her devotion serves as a reminder that true beauty lies within one's character rather than material possessions. London scenes from early 1900s take us on a visual journey filled with architectural marvels like The Royal London Hospital in Whitechapel - witness how these iconic landmarks become part of our sartorial backdrop throughout history. An Arrow shirt collar ad from 1914 showcases J. C Leyendecker's artistic prowess while highlighting men's formal wear at its finest. This advertisement demonstrates how fashion has always been intertwined with artistry and innovation. The Supremes grace us with their presence - Florence Ballard, Mary Wilson, and Diana Ross exude elegance in perfect harmony during their performances in the '60s.