Tricot Collection

Man in wig seated a table with two men whispering in his ear. Woman with spinning wheel
FLO4718276 Man in wig seated a table with two men whispering in his ear. Woman with spinning wheel and knitting needles sitting dejected at a table

Stocking frame, knitting machine, 18th century. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry after an Illustration by J
FLO4593245 Stocking frame, knitting machine, 18th century. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry after an Illustration by J

Knitter -Female knitter, Paris, early 19th century, in red coat, black bonnet
FLO4658493 Knitter -Female knitter, Paris, early 19th century, in red coat, black bonnet and apron - Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Gatine after an illustration by Louis-Marie Lante

Poster, Samuel Cody, Velodrome d'Hiver, Paris
EARLY AVIATION PIONEERS - THE SAMUEL CODY ARCHIVE: Extremely rare promotional poster for Cody?s Wild West performing days dated 1895

Advert for J Roussel
Advert for the Belt by J Roussel. Date: 1939

Miser Bag, France, 1801 / 50. Creator: Unknown
Miser Bag, France, 1801/50

Miser purse, France, c. 1850. Creator: Unknown
Miser purse, France, c. 1850

Le tricot de grand mere (colour litho)
3095708 Le tricot de grand mere (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Le tricot de grand mere)

Girl Reading (oil on canvas)
BRM288973 Girl Reading (oil on canvas) by Stevens, Alfred Emile (1823-1906); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jeune fille lisant; ); Belgian, out of copyright

Knitted outfit by Schiaparelli 1930
A beige and brown knitted tricot sweater with demure front buttons and a little basque that emerges from below the belt. 1930

French patriotic postcard depicting the role of women during the First World War 1914-18
CHT191810 French patriotic postcard depicting the role of women during the First World War 1914-18, 1915 (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Musee d Histoire Contemporaine, B.D.I.C

The afternoon of the children in Wargemont. Painting by Pierre Auguste Renoir (1841-1919)
JLJ4579049 The afternoon of the children in Wargemont. Painting by Pierre Auguste Renoir (1841-1919), oil on canvas, 127 x 173 cm, 1884. Ec. Fr

Advert for Debenham & Freebody corsets 1915
Inexpensive, best quality tricot corset with hip belt, woven to shape with two suspenders. 1915

Babies tippet - narrow scarf 1864
White single Berlin wool; a tricot needle, a piece of white sarcenet for the linning and two buttons with an elastic loop for the fastening at the neck. Date: 1864

French WW1 knitting pattern
Reproduction of the front cover of a French WW1 period knitting booklet, with examples of tricotons (otherwise known as comforts ) available to knit for soldiers at the front. Date: 1914-1918

Women and childrens gloves 1924
Collection of 1920s American silk gloves in tricot and milanese weave, and chamois suede. Date: 1924

Womens long gloves 1924
Collection of 1920s American silk gloves in tricot and milanese weave. Date: 1924

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"Tricot: A Timeless Art of Knitting" Step into the world of tricot, a captivating art form that has woven its way through history. From the vibrant posters adorning Parisian streets to the velodrome d'Hiver where Samuel Cody showcased his daring feats, it has left an indelible mark on culture. In J Roussel's advert, we catch a glimpse of elegance and sophistication as a woman proudly dons her knitted ensemble. The oil paintings from 1869 and 1860 transport us back in time, capturing intimate moments of knitting lessons shared among generations. Unveiling treasures from the past, we discover Miser Bags and Purses crafted with meticulous care in France during different eras. Their intricate designs speak volumes about the skill and creativity embedded within each stitch. Le tricot de grand mere lithograph brings forth nostalgia as it portrays a colorful scene filled with warmth and love. Meanwhile, "Girl Reading" captures a peaceful moment where knitting becomes intertwined with literature, creating an atmosphere of tranquility. Schiaparelli's knitted outfit from 1930 showcases how fashion embraced tricot's versatility to create avant-garde designs that pushed boundaries. In times of war, tricot became more than just an art; it symbolized resilience and unity as depicted in patriotic postcards honoring women during World War I. Pierre Auguste Renoir immortalizes childhood innocence in "The Afternoon of the Children in Wargemont, " where children engage in playful activities while wearing their cherished knitted garments. Even corsets found their place within this realm as Debenham & Freebody advertised their products alongside delicate knitted accessories - proving that even undergarments could be adorned with beauty created by skilled hands. Truly, tricot is not merely about threads interlacing but rather an expression of human ingenuity passed down through generations.