Hosiery Collection (#4)

Elphinstone Tower, Man Street, Gorbals, Glasgow, 1868-99 (b / w photo)
478404 Elphinstone Tower, Man Street, Gorbals, Glasgow, 1868-99 (b/w photo) by T.& R. Annan & Sons (19th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; Scottish, out of copyright

Advert, Surgical Hosiery Co Ltd, Nottingham
Advert, Surgical Hosiery Co Ltd, Russell Street, Nottingham - manufacturers of elastic knee caps, anklets (plain, felted or padded), jock straps, suspenders etc. for all athletes Date: 1933

Wimbledon Workers (engraving)
1590539 Wimbledon Workers (engraving) by Furniss, Harry (1854-1925) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wimbledon Workers. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 16 July 1881)

Advert, James Templeton & Son, Ayr, Scotland
Advert for James Templeton & Son, Worsted Spinners, Ayr, Scotland. 1905

Realsilk Hosiery
1930s advertisement for Realsilk Hosiery. The skyscraper girl and her stockings. Illustration from Delineator magazine February 1930. Artist anon. Date: 1930

Grand Panorama of the Great Exhibition, South-East Portion of the Nave (engraving)
1102546 Grand Panorama of the Great Exhibition, South-East Portion of the Nave (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Grand Panorama of the Great Exhibition)

Advertisement, Charles Baker and Cos Stores (engraving)
1050621 Advertisement, Charles Baker and Cos Stores (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Advertisement, Charles Baker and Cos Stores)

Advert for Wolsey stockings 1928
Pure silk stockings. Date: 1928

Stocking manufacturers, Romanis, at Cheapside and then at Leadenhall Street, trade card (engraving)
984002 Stocking manufacturers, Romanis, at Cheapside and then at Leadenhall Street, trade card (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Stocking manufacturers)

Trade card for Eddelss Hosiery, Gloves and Flannel Warehouse (engraving)
3657237 Trade card for Eddelss Hosiery, Gloves and Flannel Warehouse (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Trade card for Eddelss Hosiery)

The ignored fortunes, tickets of a thousand found by chance inside a corset of a dead lady (colour litho)
2815090 The ignored fortunes, tickets of a thousand found by chance inside a corset of a dead lady (colour litho) by Beltrame

Trade card, J & J Clarks hosiery and gloves warehouse (engraving)
732151 Trade card, J & J Clarks hosiery and gloves warehouse (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Trade card, J & J Clarks hosiery and gloves warehouse, No)

J & J Clark s, hosiery, glove, fringe, worsted and umbrella warehouse, trade card (engraving)
731581 J & J Clark s, hosiery, glove, fringe, worsted and umbrella warehouse, trade card (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: J & J Clark s, hosiery, glove)

Veysey, hatter, hosier & glover, trade card (engraving)
731545 Veysey, hatter, hosier & glover, trade card (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Veysey, hatter, hosier & glover, trade card)

Trades in Regency Scotland: knitting stockings, canal of Clyde, and muslins
6340319 Trades in Regency Scotland: knitting stockings, canal of Clyde, and muslins by Taylor, Isaac (1730-1807); (add.info.: Trades in Regency Scotland: knitting stockings, canal of Clyde)

Ronggeng or rongging, dancing girl of Java, Indonesia
6339125 Ronggeng or rongging, dancing girl of Java, Indonesia by Daniell, William (1769-1837) (after); (add.info.: Ronggeng or rongging, dancing girl of Java, Indonesia)

Advertisements (engraving)
1044800 Advertisements (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Advertisements. Illustration for The Graphic)

Holeproof hosiery (chromolitho)
3657003 Holeproof hosiery (chromolitho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Holeproof hosiery)

Leicester, Hosiery (chromolitho)
2799220 Leicester, Hosiery (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Leicester, Hosiery)

Chamorro woman of the island of Guam, Mariana Islands, Micronesia
6339138 Chamorro woman of the island of Guam, Mariana Islands, Micronesia by Arago, Jacques Etienne Victor (1790-1855) (after); (add.info.: Chamorro woman of the island of Guam, Mariana Islands)

Old Hand-Frame Stocking-Makers of Leicester, Guests at a Supper at the Tercentenary Festival of the Invention of
1596316 Old Hand-Frame Stocking-Makers of Leicester, Guests at a Supper at the Tercentenary Festival of the Invention of the Stocking-Frame (engraving) by Almond

Hosiery (engraving)
5221725 Hosiery (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hosiery. From Illustrations of Useful Arts and Manufactures by Charles Tomlinson (SPCK)

Page of Advertisements (engraving)
1044956 Page of Advertisements (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Page of Advertisements)

Kayser Bondor textiles factory at Pentrebach & Dowlais, Merthyr Tydfil, Wales. Mrs Mair Evans, a sewing machine worker, makes the trimmings for slips on an automatic sewing machine

Mrs Boyl Stevens, sewing machine operator at Kayser Bondor, Pentrebach & Dowlais, Merthyr Tydfil, Wales, Tuesday 17th June 1958. Kayser Bondor at Pentrebach specialises in manufacturing underwear

Quality control officer Helen Jones examines a Janet Reger camisole under controlled lighting at the Berlei factory in Merthyr, Wales. September 1984

Legs Fashion Feature. 24th May 1989. Carole Ann Rice

Advert for Phoenix Hosiery, New York Date: 1928

Advertisement for Bear Brand superfine Stockings. Date: 1936

Womans hand inside silk stocking
UNITED STATES - CIRCA 1930s: Womans hand inside silk stocking

Stockings, American, third quarter 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Stockings, American, third quarter 19th century

Stockings, American, ca. 1890. Creator: Unknown
Stockings, American, ca. 1890

Stockings, American, 1860-70. Creator: Unknown
Stockings, American, 1860-70

Stockings, American, 1878. Creator: Unknown
Stockings, American, 1878

Stockings, American, 1870-90. Creator: Unknown
Stockings, American, 1870-90

Stockings, American, 1850-70. Creator: Unknown
Stockings, American, 1850-70

Stockings, American, 1850-60. Creator: Unknown
Stockings, American, 1850-60

Stockings, American, 1825-40. Creator: Unknown
Stockings, American, 1825-40

Advert for Stockings by Bear Brand 1934
Bear Brand Supreme, womens stockings. Date: 1934

ADVERT / HOLEPROOF 1924
Advertisement for Holeproof Hosiery. Date: 1924

Mansfield, c1910 Creator: Unknown
Mansfield, c1910. Lace and Hosiery. Large Trade in Malt. Coal, Iron, Boots, Shoes, Bricks and Tiles. Population, 36, 880. Products from the manufacturing town of Mansfield in Nottinghamshire

Stocking frame workshop, 1750. Women winding and reeling the yarn, and a man working the knitting frame. From The Universal Magazine, London, 1750

Blitz in London -- Tyler Street, Greenwich, WW2
Blitz in London -- drapers shop in Tyler Street, near Trafalgar Road, East Greenwich, SE10, damaged by an incendiary bomb on 7 September 1940. Date: 1940

Advert for Three Knots de-luxe stockings 1934
The ideal Christmas gift. Give three Knots de-luxe real silk fully fashioned stockings in attractive Christmas boxes. 1934

Blitz in London -- Tyler Street, Greenwich, WW2
Blitz in London -- drapers shop in Tyler Street, near Trafalgar Road, East Greenwich, SE10, damaged by an incendiary bomb on 7 September 1940

Alfred Reynolds shop, East Street, Chichester. c. 1912 Photographic Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No: PH 7337

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"Hosiery: A Timeless Elegance Unveiled through the Ages" Step into a world of sheer sophistication as we delve into the captivating history of hosiery. From the iconic Kayser Bondor Nylons advertisement that revolutionized legwear to the enchanting allure of Sylvanus Redgate's artwork, it has always been an emblem of femininity and grace. In 1924, Holeproof Hosiery took center stage with their exquisite designs, adorning women's legs with unparalleled beauty. Meanwhile, members of Pans People Dance Troupe mesmerized audiences as they gracefully modeled lingerie for Mirror Studio Pix, showcasing how they are enhance every movement. The Bear Brand Stockings advertisement in 1933 captured hearts with its timeless appeal. Women across generations were enticed by its promise to elevate their style and confidence. David Wright's Calendar Girl further immortalized this era, depicting a vision of sensuality intertwined with stockings' allure. Charnos Nylons stepped onto the scene with an unforgettable advertisement that exuded elegance and refinement. A woman sitting on an armchair delicately holding up a pair of silk stockings epitomized sophistication at its finest. Bear Brand Stockings once again captivated fashion enthusiasts in 1933 when they presented a dazzling Stocking Fashion Show featuring Italian designer creations. Leg models showcased these masterpieces on runways, leaving spectators breathless at the seamless fusion between artistry and fashion. Finally, "Young Lady in Silk" encapsulated the essence of hosiery—a symbol of youthfulness and luxury—through stunning visual storytelling. Throughout history, it has transcended mere fabric; it has become synonymous with empowerment and self-expression for women worldwide. As time goes by, one thing remains certain: whether it be through advertisements or artistic representations like William Felkin or David Wright's works—the magic woven within each thread continues to inspire awe and admiration.