National Costume Collection (#4)

Samurai Armour of the Japanese warrior Li Notaka, Lord of Hikone (iron & red lacquer)
1721837 Samurai Armour of the Japanese warrior Li Notaka, Lord of Hikone (iron & red lacquer) by Edo Culture; (add.info.: Samurai armour made for Japanese warrior Li Noataka (1590-1659)

Maria Letizia Bonaparte (engraving)
1721840 Maria Letizia Bonaparte (engraving) by French School, (19th century); (add.info.: Maria Letizia Bonaparte, nee Maria Letizia Ramolino (1750-1836) mere de Napoleon1er

Veiled Moorish Woman, Algeria, c. 1880 (engraving)
1721754 Veiled Moorish Woman, Algeria, c. 1880 (engraving) by Unknown Artist, (19th century); (add.info.: Veiled Moorish woman, Algeria, c. 1880, engraving)

Concino Concini (engraving)
1731177 Concino Concini (engraving) by Moncornet, Balthazar (c.1600-68) (after); (add.info.: Concino Concini (1575-1617) french politician of florentine origins he managed the kingdoms affairs but

Tseu-Hi, 1905 (oil on canvas)
1731152 Tseu-Hi, 1905 (oil on canvas) by Vos, Hubert (1855-1935); (add.info.: Empress Dowager Cixi (Tsysi taiheo; formerly romanised as Empress Dowager T zu-hsi) (29 November 1835 - 15 November 1908)

Francoise Marie Antoinette Saucerotte, aka Melle Raucourt (engraving)
1721898 Francoise Marie Antoinette Saucerotte, aka Melle Raucourt (engraving) by French School, (19th century); (add.info.: Francoise Marie Antoinette Saucerotte)

Small childrens wedding procession, 1895
7143022 Small childrens wedding procession, 1895 by Reusch, Helga Ring (1865-1944); 103x78.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo © O. Vaering

S (letter shown by a crocodile terrace by savages)
6523521s (letter shown by a crocodile terrace by savages) by Appel, Francois Antoine (1821-1882); Private Collection; (add.info.: in " Alphabet Figure Call. G)

A Huntsman with his Hounds (oil on canvas)
7064102 A Huntsman with his Hounds (oil on canvas) by Tavernier, Paul (1852-1943); Private Collection

Saint Dunstan, Archbishop of Canterbury, 1870 (engraving)
7235672 Saint Dunstan, Archbishop of Canterbury, 1870 (engraving) by Strutt, Joseph (1749-1802); Private Collection; (add.info.: Saint Dunstan, Archbishop of Canterbury (909-999)

Norman soldiers in armour, 11th / 12th century, 1866 (engraving)
7235668 Norman soldiers in armour, 11th/12th century, 1866 (engraving) by Strutt, Joseph (1749-1802); Private Collection; (add.info.: Norman soldiers in nasal helmet, chain-mail armour)

Anglo-Norman king with crown, 11th century, 1864 (engraving)
7235666 Anglo-Norman king with crown, 11th century, 1864 (engraving) by Strutt, Joseph (1749-1802); Private Collection; (add.info.: Anglo-Norman king with crown, seated on a throne)

Norman rustics of the 11th century, 1861 (engraving)
7235663 Norman rustics of the 11th century, 1861 (engraving) by Strutt, Joseph (1749-1802); Private Collection; (add.info.: Norman shepherds in capuce (hooded cloak) with crook and horn

Wulstan II (or Wulfstan), Archbishop of York, 1859 (engraving)
7235661 Wulstan II (or Wulfstan), Archbishop of York, 1859 (engraving) by Strutt, Joseph (1749-1802); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wulstan II (or Wulfstan), Archbishop of York, died 1023

Saxon noble in Phrygian cap and others in mantles, 8th century, 1846 (engraving)
7235648 Saxon noble in Phrygian cap and others in mantles, 8th century, 1846 (engraving) by Strutt, Joseph (1749-1802); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Constantinople Fountain (pencil and w / c)
7085273 The Constantinople Fountain (pencil and w/c) by Opiz, Georg Emanuel (1775-1841); Private Collection

Still-Life of Fruit and Flowers (oil on canvas)
6816284 Still-Life of Fruit and Flowers (oil on canvas) by Marseus van Schrieck, Otto (c.1619-78) (after); 91.5x71 cm; Lyon & Turnbull

17th century Dutch family playing with a doll. 1803 (engraving)
7233049 17th century Dutch family playing with a doll. 1803 (engraving) by Deuchar, David (1743-1808); Private Collection; (add.info)

Ingrian Finn woman, 18th century. 1823 (engraving)
7234213 Ingrian Finn woman, 18th century. 1823 (engraving) by Georgi, Johann Gottlieb (1729-1802); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ingrian Finn woman, 18th century)

Costume of a Mari woman of the Volga River, 18th century. 1823 (engraving)
7234212 Costume of a Mari woman of the Volga River, 18th century. 1823 (engraving) by Georgi, Johann Gottlieb (1729-1802); Private Collection; (add.info.: Costume of a Mari woman of the Volga River)

Shepherd in the Scottish Highlands, 1800s. 1821 (engraving)
7234203 Shepherd in the Scottish Highlands, 1800s. 1821 (engraving) by Alexander, William (1767-1816) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Shepherd in the Scottish Highlands, 1800s)

Chimney sweeps boy in May Day dress, 1800s. 1821 (engraving)
7234196 Chimney sweeps boy in May Day dress, 1800s. 1821 (engraving) by Alexander, William (1767-1816) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chimney sweeps boy in May Day dress, 1800s)

Herald of Arms at the College of Heralds, 1800s. 1821 (engraving)
7234195 Herald of Arms at the College of Heralds, 1800s. 1821 (engraving) by Alexander, William (1767-1816) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Herald of Arms at the College of Heralds, 1800s)

Newsman selling evening newspapers, London, 1800s. 1821 (engraving)
7234193 Newsman selling evening newspapers, London, 1800s. 1821 (engraving) by Alexander, William (1767-1816) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Newsman selling evening newspapers, London)

British peer of the realm in ceremonial dress, 1800s. 1821 (engraving)
7234188 British peer of the realm in ceremonial dress, 1800s. 1821 (engraving) by Alexander, William (1767-1816) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

London dustman collecting ashes, 1800s. 1821 (engraving)
7234186 London dustman collecting ashes, 1800s. 1821 (engraving) by Alexander, William (1767-1816) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: London dustman collecting ashes, 1800s)

Female shrimper on the English coast, 1800s, 1821 (engraving)
7234184 Female shrimper on the English coast, 1800s, 1821 (engraving) by Alexander, William (1767-1816) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Female shrimper on the English coast, 1800s)

Woman and child of Roanoke. 1859-1860 (engraving)
7234181 Woman and child of Roanoke. 1859-1860 (engraving) by Bry, Theodore de (1528-98), after White, John (d.1593); Private Collection; (add.info.: Woman and child of Roanoke)

Wooden carved idol Kivvasa found in a charnel house in Secoton, , 1859-1860 (engraving)
7234165 Wooden carved idol Kivvasa found in a charnel house in Secoton, , 1859-1860 (engraving) by Bry, Theodore de (1528-98), after White

Costumes of the women of Nicaqua province, Mexico (Nicaragua?). 1859-1860 (engraving)
7234162 Costumes of the women of Nicaqua province, Mexico (Nicaragua?). 1859-1860 (engraving) by Krieger, Christoph (d.c.1590); Private Collection; (add.info)

Noble Mexican man in long striped cloak knotted at the shoulder. 1859-1860 (engraving)
7234160 Noble Mexican man in long striped cloak knotted at the shoulder. 1859-1860 (engraving) by Krieger, Christoph (d.c.1590); Private Collection; (add.info.: Noble Mexican man)

Native American soldier of Peru, 16th century. 1859-1860 (engraving)
7234152 Native American soldier of Peru, 16th century. 1859-1860 (engraving) by Krieger, Christoph (d.c.1590); Private Collection; (add.info.: Native American soldier of Peru, 16th century)

Chinese Tiger of War or Infantry soldier. 18th century. 1822 (engraving)
7234149 Chinese Tiger of War or Infantry soldier. 18th century. 1822 (engraving) by Alexander, William (1767-1816) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chinese Tiger of War or Infantry soldier)

Itinerant seller of paper lanterns, China, 18th century. 1822 (engraving)
7234129 Itinerant seller of paper lanterns, China, 18th century. 1822 (engraving) by Alexander, William (1767-1816) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Itinerant seller of paper lanterns, China)

Man of Slavonia or Dalmatia, 16th century. 1859-1860 (engraving)
7234126 Man of Slavonia or Dalmatia, 16th century. 1859-1860 (engraving) by Krieger, Christoph (d.c.1590); Private Collection; (add.info.: Man of Slavonia or Dalmatia, 16th century)

Romani woman and child, 18th century. 1823 (engraving)
7234123 Romani woman and child, 18th century. 1823 (engraving) by Alexander, William (1767-1816) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Romani woman and child, 18th century)

Young girl of Valday town, 18th century. 1823 (engraving)
7234229 Young girl of Valday town, 18th century. 1823 (engraving) by Georgi, Johann Gottlieb (1729-1802); Private Collection; (add.info.: Young girl of Valday town, 18th century)

Nenets woman and child, summer dress, 18th century. 1823 (engraving)
7234228 Nenets woman and child, summer dress, 18th century. 1823 (engraving) by Georgi, Johann Gottlieb (1729-1802); Private Collection; (add.info.: Nenets woman and child in summer dress)

Aleut or Unangan man of Kamchatka, 18th century. 1823 (engraving)
7234219 Aleut or Unangan man of Kamchatka, 18th century. 1823 (engraving) by Georgi, Johann Gottlieb (1729-1802); Private Collection; (add.info.: Aleut or Unangan man of Kamchatka, 18th century)

Woman of the Moksha Mordvins people, 18th century. 1823 (engraving)
7234217 Woman of the Moksha Mordvins people, 18th century. 1823 (engraving) by Georgi, Johann Gottlieb (1729-1802); Private Collection; (add.info.: Woman of the Moksha Mordvins people, 18th century)

Chinese waterman and his barge, 18th century. 1822 (engraving)
7234143 Chinese waterman and his barge, 18th century. 1822 (engraving) by Alexander, William (1767-1816) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chinese waterman and his barge, 18th century)

North African (Berber) man of Cefala (Ras El Djebel, Tunisia), 1, 1859-1860 (engraving)
7234130 North African (Berber) man of Cefala (Ras El Djebel, Tunisia), 1, 1859-1860 (engraving) by Krieger, Christoph (d.c.1590); Private Collection; (add.info)

Moravian peasant, Czech Republic, 18th century. 1823 (engraving)
7234108 Moravian peasant, Czech Republic, 18th century. 1823 (engraving) by Alexander, William (1767-1816) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Moravian peasant, Czech Republic, 18th century)

Peasant of Slovenia in summer dress, 18th century. 1823 (engraving)
7234102 Peasant of Slovenia in summer dress, 18th century. 1823 (engraving) by Alexander, William (1767-1816) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Peasant of Slovenia (Upper Carniola)

Costume of a young Spanish woman, 16th century. 1859-1860 (engraving)
7234071 Costume of a young Spanish woman, 16th century. 1859-1860 (engraving) by Krieger, Christoph (d.c.1590); Private Collection; (add.info.: Costume of a young Spanish woman, 16th century)

Costume of a young woman of Spain, 16th century. 1859-1860 (engraving)
7234070 Costume of a young woman of Spain, 16th century. 1859-1860 (engraving) by Krieger, Christoph (d.c.1590); Private Collection; (add.info.: Costume of a young woman of Spain, 16th century)

Hunting costume of a baron of Venice, circa 1000. 1859-1860 (engraving)
7233926 Hunting costume of a baron of Venice, circa 1000. 1859-1860 (engraving) by Krieger, Christoph (d.c.1590); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hunting costume of a baron of Venice, circa 1000)

Costume of a Roman standard bearer. 1859-1860 (engraving)
7233900 Costume of a Roman standard bearer. 1859-1860 (engraving) by Krieger, Christoph (d.c.1590); Private Collection; (add.info.: Costume of a Roman standard bearer)

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"National Costume: A Glimpse into Cultural Heritage and Identity" Step back in time with these captivating glimpses of national costumes from different eras and regions. From the early 20th century to the present day, these images offer a window into the rich tapestry of traditions that define diverse cultures around the world. In "Paying a Visit, 1915, " Abram Arkhipov transports us to an era where women donned elaborate dresses, showcasing their social status and elegance. Meanwhile, the Greek royal family's regal attire outside Corfu Palace in August 1967 reflects their connection to ancient customs and nobility. The striking portrait of a "BLACK WOMAN" painted between 1875-1876 reminds us of the resilience and beauty found within African heritage. The artist's brush strokes capture her strength as she gazes confidently at the viewer. "CROSSING THE DIVIDE or Thirsty Trappers Making a Rush for the River" takes us even further back in time to witness trappers' determination amidst harsh conditions during c. 1837. Their rugged clothing serves not only as protection but also as a symbol of survival against nature's challenges. Moving on to Norway, we are greeted by an enchanting landscape depicted in "View from Gvarv in Telemark. " Here, traditional Norwegian dress is juxtaposed against breathtaking scenery—a reminder that national costumes often reflect deep connections with nature and local surroundings. "Nico Jungmann's Neeltje Tuyp" captures a young woman adorned in Dutch attire—an emblematic representation of cultural pride during late 19th-century Netherlands. Her gaze exudes confidence while wearing her Non La conical hat paired with an elegant Ao Dai dress—a harmonious blend of tradition and modernity—showcasing Vietnam's unique identity. Traveling across borders yet again, we encounter an old Swansea boat floating gracefully on water—an ode to Wales' maritime heritage.