Gaiters Collection (#2)

Womens hat designs by milliner Marcelle Demay, 1913
Womens hat designs by milliner Marcelle Demay. Modeles de Marcelle Demay. Handcoloured pochoir (stencil) etching after an illustration by B

Woman in evening gown of black satin and tulle, edged with brillants. Robe de soir satin noir et tulle, bordee de brillants

Man in evening suit with white waistcoat and silk gaiters
Man in evening suit with white bowtie and waistcoat and silk gaiters. Habit de soiree, gilet de pique blanc, chausettes de soie blanche

New hat designs by milliner Marcelle. Demay, 1912
New hat designs by milliner Marcelle. Demay. Modeles de Mme. Marcelle Demay. Handcoloured pochoir (stencil) etching after an illustration by Charles Martin from Tommaso Antonginis Journal des Dames

Woman in nainsook dress bordered with sky-blue linen, with cane, looking at a waterlily pond. Robe de nansouk bordee de linon bleu de ciel

Woman in white and orange chiffon dress for a garden party. Robe de Garden Party en mousseline blanche et liberty orange. Handcoloured pochoir (stencil) etching after an illustration by H

Woman in striped linen dress holding a bird and cage, 1913
Woman in green striped linen dress with pink linen border and fichu, holding a bird and cage. Robe de linon raye, bordee de linon rose, fichu aussi de linon rose

Sporting man with gun, gaiters and hound surprised by his guests
6337291 Sporting man with gun, gaiters and hound surprised by his guests by Leech, John (1817-64) (after); (add.info.: Sporting man with gun, gaiters and hound surprised by his guests)

The Shepherd Boy, 1883 (oil on canvas)
POL275743 The Shepherd Boy, 1883 (oil on canvas) by Clausen, George (1852-1944); 92.1x62.2 cm; Private Collection; Susannah Pollen Ltd; English, out of copyright

Women playing a portable game of fate, while
Les Oublies. A woman in the shade of a tree eats oublies (pastries, also known as plaisirs), while two women and a girl spin an arrow on a portable barrel as a man in gaiters looks

Seated blind mans buff. A dandy in Regency fashion guesses the identity of the woman in muslin dress who provides his chair

Xmas. Buying gifts
A Joyous Christmas. Boy in red suit & gaiters carrying parcels and hat boxes. Artist: Ellen Clapsaddle Date: circa 1910

Camp "N. P. Banks, "Col. Collis regiment of Zouaves d
2655408 Camp " N. P. Banks, " Col. Collis regiment of Zouaves d Afrique Above Nicetown Lane near Germantown, PA. pub

Some Clerical Types by John Kendal, The Well-Preserved. 1901

Some Clerical Types by John Kendal, Temporal Power. 1901

Christmas child
Xmas. Kiss me if you can. Young girl in gaiters and red coat trimmed with white fur and matching hat hlding bunches of holly and mistletoe Date: 1917

Advertisement for Ball-Band boots (colour litho)
3105411 Advertisement for Ball-Band boots (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Evening dress, illustration from Le Journal des Tailleurs
REV326166 Evening dress, illustration from Le Journal des Tailleurs, 16th February 1851 (colour engraving) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Fishing (w / c on paper)
OJ444850 Fishing (w/c on paper) by Lewis, John Frederick (1804-76); Royal Academy of Arts, London, UK; eAckermann Johnson; English, out of copyright

A Thoroughbred November & London Particular, engraved by George Hunt
STC188383 A Thoroughbred November & London Particular, engraved by George Hunt, published by Thomas McLean, London, 1827 (colour litho) by English School

Sunday Morning (w / c on paper)
ACC17408 Sunday Morning (w/c on paper) by Kilburne, George Goodwin (1839-1924); Haworth Art Gallery, Accrington, Lancashire, UK; eHaworth Art Gallery; English, out of copyright

Henry Manners, 8th Duke of Rutland, 1895 (oil on canvas)
466008 Henry Manners, 8th Duke of Rutland, 1895 (oil on canvas) by Shannon, James Jebusa (1862-1923); Belvoir Castle, Leicestershire, UK; (add.info.: Henry John Brinsley Manners)

Mark Tapley, from Martin Chuzzlewit, by Charles Dickens, 1923 (colour litho)
KDC465763 Mark Tapley, from Martin Chuzzlewit, by Charles Dickens, 1923 (colour litho) by Clarke, Joseph Clayton (Kyd) (1856-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mark Tapley)

Heavy gun in Fort Woodbury, Virginia, 1861 (b / w photo)
869209 Heavy gun in Fort Woodbury, Virginia, 1861 (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Portrait of John B. Carmac, in Greek Evzone Costume, 1853. Creator: Walter Gould
Portrait of John B. Carmac, in Greek Evzone Costume, 1853

Uniform gaiters, Spanish, 1790-1820. Creator: Unknown
Uniform gaiters, Spanish, 1790-1820

Gaiters, American, 1882. Creator: Unknown
Gaiters, American, 1882

Maecenas, in pursuit of the Fine Arts. -Scene, Pall Mall; a Frosty Morning, May 9, 1808
Maecenas, in pursuit of the Fine Arts.-Scene, Pall Mall; a Frosty Morning, May 9, 1808

Group with Horse-Drawn Carriage, 1890s. Creator: Christian Barthelmess
Group with Horse-Drawn Carriage, 1890s

Rural Group with Horse, 1850s. Creator: Unknown
Rural Group with Horse, 1850s

Country Clothes 1907
James Buchanan wears checked jodhpurs, gaiters & boots, a red waistcoat, a wing collar & tie, a tweed jacket with rounded front borders & a low crowned top hat. Date: 1907

SHORT SKIRTS SAVE FABRIC
Patriotic German woman does her bit by taking the new fashion for short skirts to an extreme to save on fabric. Yet her long boots / gaiters must require a lot of material? Date: 1916

WORKING CLASS CLOTHING
An image that shows working class clothing for men, women, a boy and a baby. The central figure is a carter who wears half-gaiters and a long coat with a cape collar. Date: 1796

COSTUME / GINGERBREAD 1796
A gingerbread seller wears black shoes, black half- gaiters, dark woollen stockings, rust-coloured plain coat and a small hat with the brim turned up. Date: 1796

WALKING IN SNOW
A small girl walks in the snow beside a river, well wrapped up in hooded cape, muff, and gaiters Date: 1889

Study of a Roman Coachman, early 19th century. Creator: Martinus Rorbye
Study of a Roman Coachman, early 19th century

The Farmer who sowed the corn, c1878. Creator: Randolph Caldecott
The Farmer who sowed the corn, c1878. This is the Farmer who sowed the corn, That fed the Cock that crowed in the morn. From " The House that Jack Built" written

The Fifth Gurkhas, 1901. Creator: F Bremner
The Fifth Gurkhas, 1901. Nepalese soldiers during the period of the British Raj. Gurkha soldiers have been recruited to the British Army since the 19th century

The Ostler, from Four and Twenty Toilers, pub. 1900 (colour lithograph). accompanies verse by E.V. Lucas (Edward Verrall Lucas) (1868 – 1938);

The Miller, from Four and Twenty Toilers, pub. 1900 (colour lithograph). accompanies verse by E.V. Lucas (Edward Verrall Lucas) (1868 – 1938);

The Gamekeeper, from Four and Twenty Toilers, pub. 1900 (colour lithograph). accompanies verse by E.V. Lucas (Edward Verrall Lucas) (1868 – 1938);

The Farmer, from Four and Twenty Toilers, pub. 1900 (colour lithograph). accompanies verse by E.V. Lucas (Edward Verrall Lucas) (1868 – 1938);

The Vet, from Four and Twenty Toilers, pub. 1900 (colour lithograph). accompanies verse by E.V. Lucas (Edward Verrall Lucas) (1868 – 1938);

Meaghers Zouaves
Illustration of one of Meaghers Zouaves, a member of the 69th New York regiment of volunteer Civil War soldiers, 1860s. Zouaves were soldiers who wore unusual uniforms

Man carrying a bundle of sticks down Hungers Lane, Petworth, 1950 George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No: Garland N33925

Farm hand sowing winter wheat at Bury, Sussex, November 1932
Farm hand, who has worked for 64 years 6 months on same farm, sowing winter wheat at Bury, Sussex, 11November 1932 George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No: Garland N6465

Journal Ladies Fashion Costume Parisien 1803-1804
Journal of the Ladies and the Fashion, Costume Parisien, 1803-1804: Redingotte a la Charlemagne... on the left a man seen on the back, in a jacket that became Redingotte a la Charlemagne called

Girl & Fur Hat 1890S
A little girl wears a double- breasted coat of a pale furry fabric with fur cuffs & ostrich feather trimmed cape collar, a high feather trimmed bonnet & gaiters. Date: 1890s

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"Gaiters: A Fashionable Accessory Through the Ages" Step back in time and explore the fascinating world of gaiters, a versatile accessory that has graced various fashion eras. From ladies' boots in 1926 to Barham Lamb Sale during Whitsun in 1939, these stylish leg coverings have stood the test of time. In 1912, women were "Dressed to Kill" with plum velvet coursing outfits adorned with opossum fur trimmings and white gaiters. Meanwhile, Bon Ton Skiwear kept winter sports enthusiasts warm and fashionable on the slopes. Not just for women's fashion, Dryden Menswear showcased how men could rock gaiters too. In 1990s advertisements, they paired them effortlessly with their trendy ensembles. Jewelry by Veyer added an extra touch of elegance to any outfit with exquisite earrings, necklaces, and even a dragonfly bracelet. These accessories perfectly complemented a young man's fashionable attire complete with a top hat and cane in 1912. For those who enjoyed outdoor pursuits like hunting or shooting sports, they were essential. A woman holding a shotgun donned a tweed hunting outfit while sporting her trusty pair in stencil art from 1912. Gaiters weren't limited to high society; even common porters like Hamal wore them as part of their traditional attire along with turbans and shirts. They provided both style and functionality for people from all walks of life. Beyond fashion statements, artists captured everyday scenes featuring individuals wearing gaiters such as hoeing above Mounts Bay on canvas or costume accessories worn by T. Jefferson circa 1936 designed by Syrena Swanson. Throughout history, they have proven themselves as more than just practical leg coverings – they are true symbols of timeless style and versatility across genders and social classes alike.