Shawl Collection (#8)

Portrait of a Woman and a Man, 1829. Creator: Nicolaas Pieneman
Portrait of a Woman and a Man, 1829

Ulrika Eleonora the younger, early 18th century. Creator: Jaen Starbus
Ulrika Eleonora the younger, early 18th century

Old Woman Reading, 1820-1833. Creator: Cornelis Kruseman
Old Woman Reading, 1820-1833

Opera & Evening Full Dresses, "La Belle Assemblee", August 1 1806. Creator: Anon
Opera & Evening Full Dresses, "La Belle Assemblee", August 1 1806. Women in empire line dresses, illustration in fashion magazine

Beata Elisabet von Königsmarck (1637-1723), Countess, c17th century. Creator: Lucas von Breda
Beata Elisabet von Konigsmarck (1637-1723), Countess, married to Count Pontus Fredrik De la Gardie, c17th century

Gallery of Fashion, 1801. Creator: Anon
Gallery of Fashion, 1801. Two women in empire line dresses

Portrait of a Woman, possibly Anna van Bourgondië, Founder of Slot Windenburg op Dryschor (Schouwen) Creator
Portrait of a Woman, possibly Anna van Bourgondie, Founder of Slot Windenburg op Dryschor (Schouwen) and Wife of Adolf van Kleef, 1662

La Chaussée d'Antin / Le Faubourg St. Antoine, c.1820-c.1840. Creators: Anon, Aubert et Cie, Aubert
La Chaussee d'Antin / Le Faubourg St. Antoine, c.1820-c.1840. Two fashionably dressed couples meet each other in Paris

A Peasant Woman with a Stick, 1890. Creator: Richard Roland Holst
A Peasant Woman with a Stick, 1890

Catharina Annette Fraser (1815-92), 1834. Creator: Jan Adam Kruseman
Catharina Annette Fraser (1815-92), 1834

Portrait of Carolina Frederica Kerst, Wife of Louis Royer, 1830. Creator: Charles van Beveren
Portrait of Carolina Frederica Kerst, Wife of Louis Royer, 1830. Other Title(s): Portrait of Carolina Frederica Kerst (1803-1883). Wife of Louis Royer

Birgitta (Brita) Johansdotter 1680-1763, maid, c18th century. Creator: Unknown
Birgitta (Brita) Johansdotter 1680-1763, maid, c18th century

Cuirassier with helmet and blue cloak, sitting next to an old lady in a travelling dress, 1839

Portrait of Maria van IJsseldijk, standing knee piece, 1736-1805. Creator: Isaac Lodewijk La Fargue
Portrait of Maria van IJsseldijk, with marriage certificate, 1736-1805. Knee-length portrait of Maria van IJsseldijk, born in The Hague 11-7-1743

Portrait of Aegje Hasselaer, 1640. Creator: Michiel van Mierevelt
Portrait of Aegje Hasselaer, 1640. Other Title(s): Portrait of Aegje Hasselaer (1617-64)

Old Jewish Woman, 1880. Creator: Meijer Isaac de Haan
Old Jewish Woman, 1880

Fredrika Wrangel af Lindeberg, 1728-1788, 18th century. Creator: Olof Arenius
Fredrika Wrangel af Lindeberg, 1728-1788, 18th century

Bust of an oriental woman, 1880. Creator: Cesare Biseo
Bust of an oriental woman, 1880

Portrait of a seated girl with a fan, 1804. Creator: Anthony Oberman
Portrait of a seated girl with a fan, 1804

Hat painted like a shell, 1800. Creator: Anon
Hat painted like a shell, 1800. Chapeau peint en Coquille'. Woman, seen from behind, in a short-sleeved dress with zig-zag decoration, and a train

Seated young woman with black shawl and purple skirt, 1860-1892. Creator: Angiolo Achini
Seated young woman with black shawl and purple skirt, 1860-1892

Bust of a young woman, in profile to the left, 1800-1892. Creator: A. Salanti
Bust of a young woman, in profile to the left, 1800-1892

Fruit Seller, 1840-1860. Creator: Henrietta Christina Temminck
Fruit Seller, 1840-1860

Jacoba Vetter (1796-1830), Wife of Pieter Meijer Warnars, Amsterdam Bookseller, c.1821-c.1825

Seated woman, probably Michal, 1899. Creator: Jozef Israels
Seated woman, probably Michal, 1899. Alternative title: Seated woman

The Little Seamstress, 1850-1888. Creator: Jozef Israels
The Little Seamstress, 1850-1888

Traditional costumes of the island of Gozo, 1778. Creator: Louis Ducros
Traditional costumes of the island of Gozo, 1778. Drawing from the album Voyage to Italy, Sicily and Malta

Traditional costumes of the island of Gozo, 1778. Creator: Louis Ducros
Traditional costumes of the island of Gozo, 1778. Drawing from the album Voyage to Italy, Sicily and Malta

Girl Resting, 1827. Creator: Jan Adam Kruseman
Girl Resting, 1827

Of One Heart, 1830. Creator: Cornelis Kruseman
Of One Heart, 1830

Becoming a Painter, 1825-1827. Creator: Jean-Baptiste Van Eycken
Becoming a Painter, 1825-1827. Woman wearing gold jewellery brings her son to be trained as a painter

Portrait of Wilhelmina Maria Haack (1786-1857), fourth Wife of Gerrit Verdooren, 1814-1820. Creator: Adriaan De Lelie
Portrait of Wilhelmina Maria Haack (1786-1857), fourth Wife of Gerrit Verdooren, 1814-1820

Portrait of a Woman, called Theodora de Visscher, Wife of Jacob Rijswijk, 1640-1650. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of a Woman, called Theodora de Visscher, Wife of Jacob Rijswijk, 1640-1650

Portrait photograph of Mrs. Rita Lydig, 1925 Jan. 29. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Portrait photograph of Mrs. Rita Lydig, 1925 Jan. 29

Girl at the Mirror, 1632. Creator: Paulus Moreelse
Girl at the Mirror, 1632. Other Title(s): Girl at the Mirror

To damer sidder ved et vindue og syr, 1839-1911. Creator: Christian Rudolph Vogelsang
To damer sidder ved et vindue og syr, 1839-1911

Clarke, Helen, Miss, portrait photograph, 1917 Sept. 18. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Clarke, Helen, Miss, portrait photograph, 1917 Sept. 18

Carylna, Kathryn, Miss, portrait photograph, 1915. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Carylna, Kathryn, Miss, portrait photograph, 1915

Burk, A.N. Miss, portrait photograph, 1912 or 1913. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Burk, A.N. Miss, portrait photograph, 1912 or 1913

Bradshaw, Fanny, Miss, portrait photograph, 1913. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Bradshaw, Fanny, Miss, portrait photograph, 1913

Bermicchi, Miss, portrait photograph, 1916. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Bermicchi, Miss, portrait photograph, 1916

Barkhausen, Mrs. portrait photograph, not before 1916. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Barkhausen, Mrs. portrait photograph, not before 1916

Ayers, Paula, Miss, portrait photograph, 1916 Oct. 10. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Ayers, Paula, Miss, portrait photograph, 1916 Oct. 10

Ardrey, J. Howard, Mrs. portrait photograph, 1916 Apr. 20. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Ardrey, J. Howard, Mrs. portrait photograph, 1916 Apr. 20

Mrs. Thomas Moore, portrait photograph, 1917 Dec. 13. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Mrs. Thomas Moore, portrait photograph, 1917 Dec. 13

Steurer, Anita, Miss, portrait photograph, 1915 Mar. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Steurer, Anita, Miss, portrait photograph, 1915 Mar

Spencer, Miss, portrait photograph, 1916. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Spencer, Miss, portrait photograph, 1916

Smith, Miss, portrait photograph, 1916. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Smith, Miss, portrait photograph, 1916

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"Unveiling the Beauty of Shawls: A Multicultural Journey" Step into a world where vibrant colors and intricate patterns intertwine, as we explore the captivating allure of shawls. From the Rainbow illustration by Arthur Ferrier to Gypsy Splendour captured by Laura Knight, these timeless accessories have adorned women across cultures for centuries. In an era when suffragettes fought for equality, even cats donned hats and flags on shawls as symbols of empowerment. Welsh Girls in Traditional Costume proudly showcased their heritage through elegantly draped shawls, while Welsh women road builders defied stereotypes with determination and grace. Travel back to Decembre 1896 with Eugene Samuel Grasset's masterpiece, where a woman enveloped in a shawl exudes elegance against a wintry backdrop. Meanwhile, Two women at work in a Mexican kitchen depict everyday life through the lens of an unknown artist from c1850 – their colorful attire enhanced by intricately woven shawls. As Suffragette Lancashire Lass was arrested fighting for her rights, Zoroastrian (Parsee) Beauty from Iran showcases how culture intertwines with fashion through stunningly embroidered shawls. Ulster 1914 - Patriotic Postcard captures national pride amidst conflict, with women proudly displaying their loyalty through stylishly draped garments. Witness Princess Alice of Great Britain & Grand Duke Louis of Hesse embracing romance while wrapped in luxurious fabrics. And finally, journey to Muscat Oman where a semi-veiled woman captivates us with her mystique beneath an exquisite shawl. From artistry to activism and cultural expression to personal style choices – these glimpses into history remind us that beyond being mere accessories; they are powerful storytellers bridging continents and generations. They transcend boundaries and celebrate diversity while adding warmth and beauty to any ensemble. So next time you wrap yourself in your favorite shawl or admire one on display, remember the rich tapestry of stories it carries.