Lace Veil Collection

Fashionable woman in lace veil, damask muslin dress, 1801 (handcoloured copperplate engraving)
5986495 Fashionable woman in lace veil, damask muslin dress, 1801 (handcoloured copperplate engraving) by French School, (19th century); (add.info.: Fashionable woman in lace veil)

Portrait of Queen Victoria (1819-1901) at the time of her Golden Jubilee in 1887
CHT148853 Portrait of Queen Victoria (1819-1901) at the time of her Golden Jubilee in 1887, 1887 (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; eArchives Charmet; English

Portrait of Mary Sarah Oliver (oil on canvas)
LMG157859 Portrait of Mary Sarah Oliver (oil on canvas) by English School, (19th century); 76x63.8 cm; Leeds Museums and Galleries (Lotherton Hall) U.K.; eLeeds Museums and Galleries; English

Queen Victoria, 1897 (b / w photo)
696652 Queen Victoria, 1897 (b/w photo) by Stuart, William Slade (1858-1938); Private Collection; (add.info.: Queen Victoria (1819-1901)

Portrait of Queen Victoria (1819-1901) at the time of her Golden Jubilee in 1887
CHT331674 Portrait of Queen Victoria (1819-1901) at the time of her Golden Jubilee in 1887, 1887 (colour litho) (detail of 148853) by English School

The Spanish Girl, 1875 (oil on canvas)
BFA161250 The Spanish Girl, 1875 (oil on canvas) by Lockhart, William Ewart (1844-1900); Private Collection; Photo eThe Fine Art Society in Edinburgh, Scotland; Scottish, out of copyright

Fashionable woman in canezou decorated with lace, 1801 (handcoloured copperplate engraving)
5986636 Fashionable woman in canezou decorated with lace, 1801 (handcoloured copperplate engraving) by French School, (19th century); (add.info.: Fashionable woman in canezou decorated with lace)

Fashionable woman with bookcase and lyre, 1800 (handcoloured copperplate engraving)
5986566 Fashionable woman with bookcase and lyre, 1800 (handcoloured copperplate engraving) by French School, (19th century); (add.info.: Fashionable woman with bookcase and lyre, 1800)

Fashionable woman in classical hairstyle, 1801 (handcoloured copperplate engraving)
5986471 Fashionable woman in classical hairstyle, 1801 (handcoloured copperplate engraving) by French School, (19th century); (add.info)

Fashionable women at Tivoli Gardens, 1798 (handcoloured copperplate engraving)
5986451 Fashionable women at Tivoli Gardens, 1798 (handcoloured copperplate engraving) by French School, (18th century); (add.info.: Fashionable women at Tivoli Gardens, 1798)

Woman in white tunic dress trimmed with lilac velvet
5893131 Woman in white tunic dress trimmed with lilac velvet. by Compte-Calix, Francois Claudius (1813-80); (add.info.: Woman in white tunic dress trimmed with lilac velvet)

Figure Study (oil on canvas)
TW427082 Figure Study (oil on canvas) by Morton, George (1851-1904); 55.7x43.2 cm; Laing Art Gallery, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, UK; eTyne & Wear Archives & Museums; English, out of copyright

Queen Victoria (1819-1901) depicted at the time of her Diamond Jubilee in 1897 together
CHT148854 Queen Victoria (1819-1901) depicted at the time of her Diamond Jubilee in 1897 together with some of the main events in her life, 1897 (colour litho) by English School

Meeting 1746 Oil canvas 24 x 19 1 / 2 61 49. 5 cm
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N. E. Mukhran-Batoni with family, 1862 (oil on canvas)
BAL77167 N.E. Mukhran-Batoni with family, 1862 (oil on canvas) by Iranian School, (19th century); 89x129 cm; Georgian State Picture Gallery, Tbilisi, Georgia; Iranian, out of copyright

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In the world of fashion, the lace veil has always held a special allure, and is a symbol of elegance and sophistication, worn by fashionable women throughout history. Take, for example, this handcoloured copperplate engraving from 1801. A fashionable woman is depicted wearing a delicate lace veil that adds an air of mystery to her ensemble. Her damask muslin dress drapes gracefully around her figure, creating a stunning silhouette. Fast forward to Queen Victoria's Golden Jubilee in 1887. In her portrait from that time, she dons a lace veil fit for royalty. The intricate details of the lace highlight her regal presence and add an extra touch of grandeur to the occasion. Mary Sarah Oliver's oil on canvas painting captures another aspect of the lace veil's beauty. The subject gazes at us with confidence as she wears a lace-trimmed tunic dress adorned with lilac velvet accents. The combination creates an enchanting contrast between softness and luxury. Even in black and white photography like Queen Victoria's portrait from 1897, the timeless charm of the lace veil shines through. It frames her face delicately while adding depth to her expression. The Spanish Girl painted in 1875 showcases how versatile the they are be when paired with different styles and influences. Here we see it complementing traditional Spanish attire, enhancing its allure even further. Returning to earlier times captured in handcoloured copperplate engravings: one depicts a fashionable woman wearing a canezou decorated with exquisite lace detailing; another portrays a woman surrounded by books and music instruments while elegantly sporting classical hairstyles; yet another shows stylish women enjoying themselves at Tivoli Gardens in 1798 - all proudly showcasing their beautiful veils made out of delicate fabric. Lastly, we have Figure Study - an oil on canvas artwork that focuses solely on capturing the gracefulness and intricacy of various fabrics including lace.