Tailor Collection (page 9)

When it was sharp enough, he looked round at strangers, from Little Brother & Little
3704747 When it was sharp enough, he looked round at strangers, from Little Brother & Little Sister and Other Tales by the Brothers Grimm, pub.1917 (litho) by Rackham

Clothes Shop (gouache on paper)
833706 Clothes Shop (gouache on paper) by Chinese School (19th century); Peabody Essex Museum, Salem, Massachusetts, USA; ePeabody Essex Museum; Gift of Mr and Mrs B

Nova 2644 fol. 105r The Tailor s: Clothes of Wool, from Tacuinum Sanitatis (vellum)
ALI142933 Nova 2644 fol.105r The Tailor s: Clothes of Wool, from Tacuinum Sanitatis (vellum) by Italian School, (14th century); Osterreichische Nationalbibliothek, Vienna

Nova 2644 fol. 106r The Tailors Shop : Clothes of Silk, from Tacuinum Sanitatis (vellum)
ALI142931 Nova 2644 fol.106r The Tailors Shop : Clothes of Silk, from Tacuinum Sanitatis (vellum) by Italian School, (14th century); Osterreichische Nationalbibliothek, Vienna

B. Rydill, Our Styles for Eighty Six: The Boss, The Salesman, The Bookkeeper, The Boy
1079183 B. Rydill, Our Styles for Eighty Six: The Boss, The Salesman, The Bookkeeper, The Boy, 1886 (lithograph [trade card]) by American School

Sign and storefront for Clemons the tailor, New York City, January 6, 1917 (b / w photo)
1079017 Sign and storefront for Clemons the tailor, New York City, January 6, 1917 (b/w photo) by Hassler, William Davis (1877-1921); Collection of the New-York Historical Society

Page of Advertisements (engraving)
1107412 Page of Advertisements (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Page of Advertisements)

Marjolaine, 1896. Creator: Feure, Georges de
Marjolaine, 1896. Private Collection

Mr. Calogero
Antonio Grambone

Mr. Giovanni, the tailor
Antonio Grambone

An old tailor
Julien Oncete

Tailor
Özden Sözen

Tailor
Magdalena Russocka

The tailor and sewing machines
Andrei Nicolas - The Traveler

Tailor
Yavuz Pancareken

What are you looking at?! Or crazy Mr. Scissors
Victoria Glinka

Consultant designer William Van Overdyk shows off his latest designs at the Burton factory in Leeds. 21st July 1976

Staff at work at Burton the Tailors, Leeds. 13th December 1967

Cardiff born rugby league player Billy Boston of Wigan Warriers, tries on a blazer at the Cardiff branch of a firm which has presented a pair of trousers

John Collier factory. 26th April 1984

Union Official Albert Burton and Freda Holmes visit their old workplace, the Queen of clothing factories in Middlesbrough - the John Collier works, formerly Prices Tailors. 26th April 1984

Child film star Mark Lester, 10 years old, being fitted for the suit which he will wear when being presented to Princess Margaret at the London film premier of Oliver!

Cassius Clay aka (Muhammad Ali) getting measured at Austin Reeds in Londons Regent Street. Cassius was looking for a suit, but they hadn t one big enough around the chest and shoulders

Keith Richards on the morning of 4 June 1964 when The Rolling Stones were taken shopping by their maniger, Andrew Loog Oldam, to Beau Gentry on North Vine Street in Hollywood

The Rolling Stones were taken shopping by their manager, Andrew Loog Oldam, to Beau Gentry on North Vine Street in Hollywood. 4th June 1964

Clothing: Fashion: Menswear: Dinner and eveningwear. March 1950 P021650

Brian Jones (l), Andrew Loog Oldham (centre) & Mick Jagger (r) on the morning of 4 June 1964 when The Rolling Stones were taken shopping by their maniger, Andrew Loog Oldam

Mick Jagger, Brian Jones and Andrew Loog Oldham on the morning of 4 June 1964 when The Rolling Stones were taken shopping by their maniger, Andrew Loog Oldam

Bill Wyman on the morning of 4 June 1964 when The Rolling Stones were taken shopping by their maniger, Andrew Loog Oldam, to Beau Gentry on North Vine Street in Hollywood

Charlie Watts on the morning of 4 June 1964 when The Rolling Stones were taken shopping by their maniger, Andrew Loog Oldam, to Beau Gentry on North Vine Street in Hollywood

Tailor, busy at work in his workshop, 18th March 1947

Labourer Alan Howse put down his pick and shovel and reached for a needle and thread. Now hes a star at Edinburghs sewing school in Howe Street. The only man in a class of girls

Brian Jones & Mick Jagger on the morning of 4 June 1964 when The Rolling Stones were taken shopping by their maniger, Andrew Loog Oldam, to Beau Gentry on North Vine Street in Hollywood

Brian Jones on the morning of 4 June 1964 when The Rolling Stones were taken shopping by their maniger, Andrew Loog Oldam, to Beau Gentry on North Vine Street in Hollywood

Mick Jagger with Andrew Loog Oldham behind him on the morning of 4 June 1964 when The Rolling Stones were taken shopping by their maniger, Andrew Loog Oldam

Bill Wyman on the morning of 4 June 1964 when The Rolling Stones were taken shopping by their maniger, Andrew Loog Oldam, to Beau Gentry on North Vine Street in Hollywood

On the morning of 4 June 1964 when The Rolling Stones were taken shopping by their maniger, Andrew Loog Oldam, to Beau Gentry on North Vine Street in Hollywood

Mick Jagger & Brian Jones on the morning of 4 June 1964 when The Rolling Stones were taken shopping by their maniger, Andrew Loog Oldam, to Beau Gentry on North Vine Street in Hollywood

Keith Richards on the morning of 4 June 1964 when The Rolling Stones were taken shopping by their maniger, Andrew Loog Oldam, to Beau Gentry on North Vine Street in Hollywood

Maurice the mouse stands up on the shoulder of a mannequin dummy. Maurice was seen in the shop window of a mens tailors in Knightbridge in London

Scene from the theatre play Kipps. 6 March 1912

Bobby Moore fits out comediam Jimmy Tarbuck who opens at the Palladium in the pantomime Jack and the Beanstalk. 17th December 1968

Mens Fashions: Tailor measuring and sewing in his workshop, preparing next years designs. December 1957 A211-012

Mens Fashions: Tailor measuring and sewing in his workshop, preparing next years designs. December 1957 A211-011

Singer Slim Witman. A201-002

Singer Slim Witman. A201-004

Singer Slim Witman. A201-005

Singer Slim Witman. A201

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Step into the world of a tailor, where ancient tales and artistic masterpieces intertwine with the craftsmanship of fabric and thread. Inspired by "Rime of the Ancient Mariner, " we embark on a journey through time, exploring the essence of tailoring. In Francisco de Goya's "Los Caprichos, " we catch glimpses of mysterious figures draped in finely tailored garments, their stories whispered through delicate stitches. These images echo the meticulousness required to create such works of art. As we enter Turnbull & Asser, located in St James, we are transported to an era when tailors were revered for their skill and attention to detail. The tools they wielded became extensions of their hands, shaping fabrics into exquisite creations that adorned nobles and commoners alike. Walking along medieval streets lined with various shops, one cannot help but imagine bustling tailors crafting garments fit for knights and ladies fair. In Hogarth's depiction of rakes mingling with tailors, we witness how fashion was intertwined with social status during this period. Chantal's "Two Dressed" captures modern elegance while paying homage to traditional techniques passed down from generations past. Like sails made by skilled hands in "Rime of the Ancient Mariner, " these garments carry us forward while honoring our sartorial heritage. Hogarth's "A Rake's Progress" reminds us that even amidst societal decadence, it is often the tailor who remains steadfast in his craft. Through plate 1 dated June 25th, 1735, Hogarth exposes both folly and redemption within his tale. Mortimer L Menpes' portrayal transports us to the roaring twenties when dapper gentlemen sought out bespoke suits as symbols of sophistication. The tailor becomes not only a creator but also a confidant – understanding each client's desires as if reading minds through measuring tape.