Stays Collection (#2)

Stays, American, 1825-35. Creator: Unknown
Stays, American, 1825-35

Under Police Protection - small dog sheltering
Under Police Protection - a lady Police Officer provides some shelter from a typical English deluge for a little dog beneath the skirt of her smart blue uniform. Date: circa 1909

Trade - Mending a Chair
A man mends a chair for two women customers Date: 1795

Two pairs of stays; breeches; bead bag; purse and quilted petticot, c18th century, (1937)
Two pairs of stays; corded linen breeches; leather stock; bead bag and embroidered purse; quilted petticoat; three pairs of spectacles; one silk shoe, 1937

A Brave Telephone Operator In Etain, France, Stays At Her Post Despite Heavy Bombardment From The Germans, In Order To Report To The Postmaster At Nearby Verdun The Progress Of The Attack During Wwi

Russian Hen Party
At Christmas time, grain is thrown onto the floor and a hen invited to eat it : the girl before whom the hen stays longest will be the first in the group to get a husband Date: 1894

Dr Melchers Shower Yoke
Advertisement for Dr Melchers Shower Yoke, providing a refreshing shower while the hair stays dry Date: 1903

Suffragette Card Game Snap Baby. A card game, possibly a version of Snap with a suffragette theme. One of eight cards, this shows a baby crying Baby at Home who sighs

Laceing sic Dandy January 26 1819 Hand-colored etching
Artokoloro

Loss of the Northfleet: View Near Dungeness, with Beachmen Wearing back Stays"
Loss of the Northfleet: View Near Dungeness, with Beachmen Wearing " back Stays", 1873

Pompey the Little, print by John Jone, 1751 (engraving)
XJF867791 Pompey the Little, print by John Jone, 1751 (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: BM 1868, 0808.3916); English, out of copyright

The Sacrifice of Abraham. Angel of the Lord stays Abrahams hand before he sacirfices Isaac on the order of the Lord. Lamb for sacrifice centre right

Bye Baby Bunting 1912

Fitting a Corset
A young French lady is fitted with a fashionable corset Date: circa 1830

The Wolf & the Mastiff
THE WOLF AND THE MASTIFF A hungry wolf asks a dog how he stays so well-fed; the dog says obedience to his master is enough; the wolf values his freedom over easy meals

The Sick Lion & the Fox
THE SICK LION AND THE FOX The king of beasts, sick in his cave, commands that all animals must visit; he promises safety but the fox stays away knowing otherwise

Poro-Plastic Corset
The patent Poro-Plastic corset is composed of felt & is seamless, boneless & stitchless and yet affords excellent support being elastic & porous & lightweight

Doing up her own Corset
A lady laces up her corset at the back

Santos-Dumont Biplane 3
The unwieldy Santos-Dumont 14- bis biplane, though it never stays in the air for more than 21 seconds, is officially the first aircraft to fly in Europe... at Bagatelle, Paris

Champagne Liebig 4
Fermentation takes place first in the huge cuves, for a few days, then in 200-litre barrels in which the wine stays fermenting until June. card 4 of 6

CORSET C. 1780
L essai du corset - A Frenchwoman in her boudoir is fitted with a corset by a staymaker. Her lover looks on

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"From the Crusades to Santos-Dumont: The Evolution of Stays" Stays, a garment that has stood the test of time, holds a fascinating history. Dating back to the era of Richard I and the Crusades, they were worn by knights as they embarked on their noble quests. These sturdy garments provided support and protection during battle, ensuring warriors could face any challenge with confidence. Fast forward to c1787 when a triumphal entrance was made in Grandchester by none other than a Peck loaf. This unusual event captured the imagination of many, including an unknown creator who immortalized it in art. And amidst this spectacle, one cannot help but wonder if even loaves had their own version for preservation. In 1788, another kind of tight stay emerged - not for bread or knights but for men themselves. A man sporting these snug-fitting stays showcased how fashion trends can transcend gender boundaries throughout history. But it wasn't just humans donning stays; even aircraft got in on the action. The Santos-Dumont Biplane took flight with its own set of supportive structures keeping it soaring through the skies. Innovation knows no bounds when it comes to incorporating stays into unexpected realms. Shifting gears from planes to undergarments, young girls' underwear became an essential part of their wardrobe over time. Delicate yet functional corsets ensured proper posture and modesty while embracing femininity during this period. The mid-19th century witnessed stunning corsetry craftsmanship with various views showcasing cotton, metal boning, leather accents, and satin finishes. These intricate pieces accentuated women's figures while maintaining societal standards. Traveling further back in time brings us to 1620-40 when satin-stitched linen and silk ribbon adorned corsets stole hearts across Europe. Complete with accompanying stomachers (decorative front panels), these ensembles epitomized elegance and refinement among ladies from all walks of life.