Himation Collection

Statue of Immortalita or Immortality wearing a himation (cloak) and peplos in the Belvedere Courtyard in the Vatican
FLO4997324 Statue of Immortalita or Immortality wearing a himation (cloak) and peplos in the Belvedere Courtyard in the Vatican. Copperplate engraving by G. Petrini after an illustration by A

Selection of Roman, Gallo-Roman, Greek and Etruscan figurines and appliques in the form of gods, animals or humans
BON83326 Selection of Roman, Gallo-Roman, Greek and Etruscan figurines and appliques in the form of gods, animals or humans

Joanna Cornelia Ziesenis-Wattier and Geertruida Jacoba Grevelink-Hilverdink... 1800-1813. Creator: Louis Moritz
Joanna Cornelia Ziesenis-Wattier and Geertruida Jacoba Grevelink-Hilverdink in "Iphigenia" by Jean Racine, 1800-1813

Ancient Greece costume, wearing chiton, warrior with armour and helmet, white peplum tunic and himation robe. Date: circa 500 BC

Lekythos (Oil Jar), 410-400 BCE. Creator: Reed Painter
Lekythos (Oil Jar), 410-400 BCE

Oinochoe (Pitcher), about 440 BCE. Creator: Painter of Naples 3136
Oinochoe (Pitcher), about 440 BCE

Column-Krater (Mixing Bowl), about 450 BCE. Creator: Painter of London E 489
Column-Krater (Mixing Bowl), about 450 BCE

Hydria (Water Jar), 480-470 BCE. Creator: Orchard Painter
Hydria (Water Jar), 480-470 BCE

Column Krater (Mixing Bowl), 460-450 BCE. Creator: Florence Painter
Column Krater (Mixing Bowl), 460-450 BCE

Stamnos (Mixing Jar), 480-470 BCE. Creator: Syriskos
Stamnos (Mixing Jar), 480-470 BCE

Roman fresco fragment (plaster and pigment)
5242312 Roman fresco fragment (plaster and pigment) by Roman, (1st century AD); 5.1 A-- 6.4 cm; J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles, USA; (add.info.: Second Style of Roman wall painting)

Attic white-ground lekythos decorated with a woman holding a vessel for perfume
AMQ104791 Attic white-ground lekythos decorated with a woman holding a vessel for perfume and an alabastron, from Laurium, Attica, (ceramic) (for recto see 104792) by Achilles Painter

Costume design from Phedre, 1917 (colour litho)
STC133640 Costume design from Phedre, 1917 (colour litho) by Bakst, Leon (1866-1924); Private Collection; (add.info.: tragedy by Jean Racine (1639-99); ); The Stapleton Collection; Russian

Priestess, c. 2nd century BC (bronze)
CH429882 Priestess, c.2nd century BC (bronze) by Etruscan; height: 20.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: said to have been found at the Sactuary of Diana)

Statue of Immortality in the Belvedere Courtyard
Statue of Immortalita or Immortality wearing a himation (cloak) and peplos in the Belvedere Courtyard in the Vatican. Copperplate engraving by G. Petrini after an illustration by A

Ancient Greek costumes. Illustration for Bilder-Atlas (engraving)
5996353 Ancient Greek costumes. Illustration for Bilder-Atlas (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ancient Greek costumes)

Ring (lapiz lazuli & gold)
1631599 Ring (lapiz lazuli & gold) by English School, (16th century); 1.3x1.1 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge, UK; eFitzwilliam Museum; English, out of copyright

Bronze statue of an aristocratic boy, 27 BC-14 AD (bronze)
3614034 Bronze statue of an aristocratic boy, 27 BC-14 AD (bronze) by Roman Imperial Period (27 BC-476 AD); 118.1 high cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Greece, 1915 (colour litho)
472955 Greece, 1915 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dancing girl representing Greece; from a series of Dancing Girls of the World)

Ring (lapiz lazuli & gold)
1774751 Ring (lapiz lazuli & gold) by English School, (16th century); Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge, UK; eFitzwilliam Museum; English, out of copyright

Ring (lapiz lazuli & gold)
1631598 Ring (lapiz lazuli & gold) by English School, (16th century); 1.3x1.1 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge, UK; eFitzwilliam Museum; English, out of copyright

Himation (engraving)
3634578 Himation (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Himation. A garment worn by the Greeks)

Bronze statue of a man, c. 100 BC (bronze)
3526115 Bronze statue of a man, c.100 BC (bronze) by Greek, (2nd-1st century BC); 185.4 high cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; Greek, out of copyright

Kore figure dedicated by Cheramyes to Hera, from the Sanctuary of Hera, Samos, c
3504733 Kore figure dedicated by Cheramyes to Hera, from the Sanctuary of Hera, Samos, c.570-560 BC (marble) by Greek, (6th century BC); Louvre, Paris

Kore figure dedicated by Cheramyes to Hera, from the Sanctuary of Hera, Samos, c
XIR148822 Kore figure dedicated by Cheramyes to Hera, from the Sanctuary of Hera, Samos, c.570-560 BC (marble) (see also 164882-164683) by Greek, (6th century BC); height: 192 cm; Louvre, Paris

Attic red-figure nolan amphora, decorated with a lady being chased by a satyr, c
AMQ103362 Attic red-figure nolan amphora, decorated with a lady being chased by a satyr, c.450-440 BC (ceramic) by Greek, (5th century BC); height:30.6 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford

Ring (lapiz lazuli & gold)
1774753 Ring (lapiz lazuli & gold) by English School, (16th century); Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge, UK; eFitzwilliam Museum; English, out of copyright

Ring (lapiz lazuli & gold)
1774752 Ring (lapiz lazuli & gold) by English School, (16th century); Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge, UK; eFitzwilliam Museum; English, out of copyright

The Himation. A Garment Worn in Greece and Rome Between 550 B. C. and 300 A. D. 1924
The Himation. A Garment Worn in Greece and Rome Between 550 B.C. and 300 A.D. 1924. From " Costume & Fashion - The Evolution of European Dress Through the Earlier Ages", by Herbert Norris

Roman statue of Livia Drusilla (58-29 AD). Marble. 14-19
Livia Drusilla (58-29 AD). Empress consort. Wife of Roman Emperor Augustus. Marble. 14-19 AD. From Paestum (Italy). National Archaeological Museum. Madrid. Spain

Agrippina Minor or Agrippina the Younger (15 / 16-59)
Agrippina Minor or Agrippina the Younger (15/16-59). Her name was Julia Agrippina, and was the eldest daughter of Germanicus and Agrippina the Elder

Kore, Persephone wearin Ionaian Chiton and Himation Attic Sculpture, c420 BC. Found in Piraeus at National Archaeological Museum, Athens

Greek art. Statue of Victory (Nike). 5th century B. C. Parian
Greek art. Statue of Victory (Nike). 5th century B.C. Parian marble. By Paeonius of Mende. Archaeological Museum of Olympia. Greece

Bronze statue of a man dressed with an himation (2nd-1st cen
Greek Art. Hellenistic. Bronze statue of a man dressed with an himation (2nd-1st century B.C.). Metropolitan Museum of Art. New York. United States

Head of Demeter. Part of the himation that covered the goddesss head is preserved. Surfaces to which separately carved pieces of marble were attached as well as holes to secure a metal diadem can be

Marble votive relief with Cybele enthroned
Roman marble votive relief with Cybele enthroned. Post-2nd century AD. The Goddess is represented in a small temple, wearing a sleeveless, girdled chiton, a himation and a high polos

Parthenon frieze depicting procession
The procession continues with a group of flute and kithara players. They are wearing musicians clothing, a long chiton and himation

Parthenon frieze
A marshal is wearing a himation which has slipped to expose his well built body. He moves suddenly in an attempt to prevent the horses from running into the group of elderly men progressing slowly

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"Himation: Unveiling the Ancient Greek Costume" Step back in time to ancient Greece, where fashion was an art form and clothing told stories. The himation, a versatile garment worn by both men and women, was a symbol of status and elegance. This Roman statue of Livia Drusilla showcases her draped in a luxurious himation, highlighting its importance in society. Delve deeper into history with this Attic black-figure cup adorned with a captivating Gorgon's-head tondo surrounded by six reclining men attending a symposium. Created around 500 BC by the Andocides Painter, it offers us a glimpse into the social gatherings where such garments were proudly displayed. The Reed Painter's lekythos (oil jar), dating back to 410-400 BCE, reveals intricate details of figures wearing himations while engaging in daily activities. It serves as evidence that these garments were not only reserved for special occasions but also part of everyday life. Explore further with the oinochoe (pitcher) created by the Painter of Naples 3136 around 440 BCE or the column-krater (mixing bowl) crafted by the Painter of London E 489 about 450 BCE. These exquisite pieces showcase scenes from mythology and daily life, all featuring individuals elegantly draped in their himations. Witness the craftsmanship of artists like Orchard Painter, Florence Painter, and Syriskos through their masterpieces - hydria (water jar), column krater (mixing bowl), and stamnos (mixing jar). Each piece tells its own story through intricately painted scenes depicting people donning their beloved himations. Lastly, marvel at this Roman fresco fragment capturing fragments of ancient life preserved on plaster. Though faded over time, we can still discern hints of flowing fabric reminiscent of those iconic Greek garments. Intriguingly timeless yet firmly rooted in ancient traditions.