Robe Collection (#6)

Turkish lady, 1707-1708 (engraving)
2069336 Turkish lady, 1707-1708 (engraving) by Scotin, Gerard Jean Baptiste (1671-1716); (add.info.: Coll. Part. Geography. Turkey. Young lady playing tehegur (probably tamburica, king of lute)

Art. Entertainment. The Gay Parisienne, musical theatre by E. Rousden. Poster by Hyland Elis, England, 1894. (poster)
3434535 Art. Entertainment. The Gay Parisienne, musical theatre by E. Rousden. Poster by Hyland Elis, England, 1894. (poster); (add.info.: Art. Spectacle. The Gay Parisienne, comedie musicale de E)

John VII of Sarrebruche, Count of Rouci, d. 1497. Handcoloured lithograph after a miniature in Roger de Gaignieres
FLO4570768 John VII of Sarrebruche, Count of Rouci, d. 1497. Handcoloured lithograph after a miniature in Roger de Gaignieres portfolio VII 56 from Le Bibliophile Jacob aka Paul Lacroix's

Art. Dance. Couple dancing the waltz: The Blue Danube, by Johann Strauss II
3434121 Art. Dance. Couple dancing the waltz: The Blue Danube, by Johann Strauss II. Postcard by Leo Delitz, France, c.1910-20 (postcard); (add.info.: Art. Coll. Part. Art. Dance)

Line drawing of Brother William
1578262 Line drawing of Brother William; (add.info.: Line drawing of Brother William, Englishman and companion of St Francis)

Woman in redingote in black wool with two collars, bonnet a la grande pretesse with artificial roses
FLO4671803 Woman in redingote in black wool with two collars, bonnet a la grande pretesse with artificial roses, and woman in striped taffeta robe, fichu

Woman in satin robe a la turkish in violet and green stripes, canary corset, white petticoat and fichu
FLO4671767 Woman in satin robe a la turkish in violet and green stripes, canary corset, white petticoat and fichu, and a bonnet a la turkish decorated with heron plumes

Inauguration ceremony of the Lord Mayor of London at the Guildhall, November 8
FLO4669625 Inauguration ceremony of the Lord Mayor of London at the Guildhall, November 8. Steel engraving by Henry Melville after an illustration by Thomas Hosmer Shepherd from London Interiors

Noble Namaqua woman of South Africa. She wears a robe with beaded belt, necklace and armbands
FLO4722766 Noble Namaqua woman of South Africa. She wears a robe with beaded belt, necklace and armbands. From Francois Le Vaillant (Levaillant, 1753-1824) Second Voyage into the Interior of Africa

Portrait of James I (1394-1437) King of Scotland
864060 Portrait of James I (1394-1437) King of Scotland; (add.info.: James I (1394-1437) King of Scotland from 1424 until assassinated in 1437

A silk ikat robe in blue and yellow (silk)
1767218 A silk ikat robe in blue and yellow (silk); Private Collection; (add.info.: A silk ikat robe in blue and yellow. Bokhara, late 19th century.); Photo © Christie's Images

Unknown philosopher, believed to be Zeno of Citium, Greek stoic philosopher. Copperplate engraving by Gio
FLO4997419 Unknown philosopher, believed to be Zeno of Citium, Greek stoic philosopher. Copperplate engraving by Gio. Petrini after an illustration by A

Doctor in Music, Oxford University. In velvet cap, robes and holding a musical score
FLO4688643 Doctor in Music, Oxford University. In velvet cap, robes and holding a musical score. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from William Henry Pyne's The World in Miniature: England

Enguerrant de Monstrelet, French chronicler and historian, 1390-1453. Handcoloured lithograph after a miniature in a
FLO4570679 Enguerrant de Monstrelet, French chronicler and historian, 1390-1453. Handcoloured lithograph after a miniature in a manuscript by Monstrelet in Roger de Gaignieres portfolio VII from Le

Lifestyle. Fashion. "Au revoir". Woman with hat and sunshade. Illustration by C.K
3434192 Lifestyle. Fashion. "Au revoir". Woman with hat and sunshade. Illustration by C.K. Border, England, c.1915 (postcard); (add.info.: Mode. "Au revoir". Illustation de C.K)

French lawyer, he became the police chief of French King LouisXIV in 1667-1697
1703048 French lawyer, he became the police chief of French King LouisXIV in 1667-1697; (add.info.: french lawyer, he became the police chief of french king LouisXIV in 1667-1697)

Jesus meets an angel in the garden of Gethsemane on the Mount of Olives, in Jerusalem
3665406 Jesus meets an angel in the garden of Gethsemane on the Mount of Olives, in Jerusalem, Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866 by Dore

Jacob at Prayer, Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866
3665404 Jacob at Prayer, Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866 by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); (add.info.: Jacob at Prayer, Illustration from the Dore Bible 1866)

Helene de Mecklembourg Schwerin (1814-1858) duchess of Orleans (engraving)
1721394 Helene de Mecklembourg Schwerin (1814-1858) duchess of Orleans (engraving); (add.info.: Helene de Mecklembourg Schwerin (1814-1858) duchess of Orleans (FerdinandPhilippe d'Orleans wife)

Scene from The Tempest, (watercolour on paper laid on board)
657756 Scene from The Tempest, (watercolour on paper laid on board) by Dulac, Edmund (1882-1953); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scene from The Tempest. Edmond Dulac (1882-1953)

Common Councilman of the Council of London. In purple robe lined with fur and holding a bicorn
FLO4688624 Common Councilman of the Council of London. In purple robe lined with fur and holding a bicorn. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from William Henry Pyne's The World in Miniature

Woman in fancy dress costume as a penitent, in hooded robe in white and crimson holding a tall candle
FLO4684600 Woman in fancy dress costume as a penitent, in hooded robe in white and crimson holding a tall candle. Lithograph by unknown artist with stencil handcolouring from " Nos

King Louis XII of France, 1462-1515. Lithograph by Gautiere after an illustration by Alphonse Leroy in Roger de
FLO4570792 King Louis XII of France, 1462-1515. Lithograph by Gautiere after an illustration by Alphonse Leroy in Roger de Gaignieres portfolio VII 93 from Le Bibliophile Jacob aka Paul Lacroix's

Portrait of John Bunyan (1628-1688)
864051 Portrait of John Bunyan (1628-1688); (add.info.: John Bunyan (1628-1688) English Puritan preacher. Author of "The Pilgrim's Progress" (London, 1878)

Woman on a bench, 1924 (b/w photo)
1706141 Woman on a bench, 1924 (b/w photo); (add.info.: Woman on a bench, 1924)

Sick monk with Leprosy. 19th century (engraving)
672865 Sick monk with Leprosy. 19th century (engraving); (add.info.: Leprosy, also known as Hansen's disease (HD), is a chronic disease caused by the bacteria Mycobacterium leprae

Great Buddha
Marco Tagliarino

The Divine Feminine
Ruslan Bolgov

Kiyoto Kimono
Fadil Roze

The daughters of Jepthah, Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866
3665392 The daughters of Jepthah, Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866 by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); (add.info.: The daughters of Jepthah, Illustration from the Dore Bible 1866)

Vol II Pl. 42 Near Luanda, Congo, Natives of the Muchicongo tribe, from Le Costume Ancien et Moderne c.1820-30
STC423827 Vol II Pl. 42 Near Luanda, Congo, Natives of the Muchicongo tribe, from Le Costume Ancien et Moderne c.1820-30 (colour litho) by Unknown Artist

Woman in a bathing costume, after a 16th century woodcut by Josh Aman. From Illustrierte Sittengeschichte vom
955310 Woman in a bathing costume, after a 16th century woodcut by Josh Aman. From Illustrierte Sittengeschichte vom Mittelalter bis zur Gegenwart by Eduard Fuchs, published 1909.; Private Collection

The Right Honourable George Denman (1819-1896), 1893 (photogravure)
954809 The Right Honourable George Denman (1819-1896), 1893 (photogravure); Private Collection; (add.info.: after Henry Tanworth Wells )

King George V in the three robes worn at the Coronation ceremony in Westminster Abbey
2915346 King George V in the three robes worn at the Coronation ceremony in Westminster Abbey. From top The Royal Crimson Robe of State

Vintner Sherriff and liverymen in the Council Chamber, Vintner's Hall
FLO4669571 Vintner Sherriff and liverymen in the Council Chamber, Vintner's Hall. Liverymen of various ranks in furlined gowns. Steel engraving by E

Queen Victoria in her Coronation Robes
3521672 Queen Victoria in her Coronation Robes; (add.info.: Queen Victoria (1819-1901) Queen of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland and Empress of India, in her coronation robes

Queen Victoria in her Coronation Robes
3521670 Queen Victoria in her Coronation Robes; (add.info.: Queen Victoria (1819-1901) Queen of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland and Empress of India, in her coronation robes

Poster advertising play of "Woman in White"
863810 Poster advertising play of "Woman in White"; (add.info.: Illustration for a poster advertising the play of "The Woman in White")

Depiction of Dissection. 19th century (engraving)
672828 Depiction of Dissection. 19th century (engraving); Universal History Archive/UIG

French women's fashions, evening ball gown, Napoleonic era, 1808. Illustration by Forester
FLO4573013 French women's fashions, evening ball gown, Napoleonic era, 1808. Illustration by Forester, lithograph by Madame Goclon from Le Bibliophile Jacob aka Paul Lacroix's Costumes

Riff Woman, from L'Estampe Moderne, published Paris 1897-99 (colour litho)
STC193290 Riff Woman, from L'Estampe Moderne, published Paris 1897-99 (colour litho) by Girardot, Louis Auguste (1856-1953); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

A Mandarin (magistrate) of the Fifth Class going to court in full dress, Qing Dynasty China
FLO4590480 A Mandarin (magistrate) of the Fifth Class going to court in full dress, Qing Dynasty China. Dress with an embroidered square indicating his rank

Queen Victoria of England (1819-1901) with her dog Sharp in Balmoral 1867, photo by W.& D. Downey
1706900 Queen Victoria of England (1819-1901) with her dog Sharp in Balmoral 1867, photo by W.& D. Downey; (add.info.: Queen Victoria of England (1819-1901) with her dog Sharp in Balmoral 1867

Manchu lady's robe, mid 19th century (satin)
829562 Manchu lady's robe, mid 19th century (satin); Private Collection; (add.info.: Unlined, embroidered with peonie roundels in floss silks and peking knot, with deep)

Santa Claus Leading the Christchild, 1903 (colour litho)
NAT133881 Santa Claus Leading the Christchild, 1903 (colour litho); Private Collection

"Miguel el Musrab, Sheikh of the Anazeh Tribe", by Carl Haag…, Water-colour Society, 1862. Creator: Unknown
"Miguel el Musrab, Sheikh of the Anazeh Tribe", by Carl Haag, in the Winter Exhibition of the Water-colour Society, 1862

The Bishops of the Five Dioceses of the United Church of England and Ireland in Canada, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The Bishops of the Five Dioceses of the United Church of England and Ireland in Canada, 1862. We have just received excellent photographs, taken by Mr

Dr. Ainger, Principal of St. Bees College, Cumberland…, 1862. Creator: Unknown
Dr. Ainger, Principal of St. Bees College, Cumberland - from a testimonial portrait recently presented to him by the students, 1862. Engraving from a photograph taken by Mr

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"Robe: A Symbol of Healing, Sharing, and Justice Across Cultures" The robe has long been a powerful symbol in various cultures, representing different aspects of life. In Jesus Healing The Sick, the humble robe embodies compassion and divine healing as it touches those in need. In St. Martin sharing his coat, the painting depicts an act of selflessness and generosity. The robe becomes a metaphor for warmth and protection offered to the less fortunate. At St. Gatien Cathedral in Tours, Indre-et-Loire, the majestic robes worn by clergy evoke reverence and spirituality. They remind us of the sacredness within these walls. Virgen del Carmen tilework in Malaga showcases intricate patterns adorning her flowing robes. These vibrant designs celebrate faith and cultural heritage while honoring this revered figure. Above the Old Bailey Law Courts in London stands The Scales of Justice draped with a judge's robe. This emblematic image represents fairness and impartiality within our legal system. Tsai Shen Yeh - The Chinese God of wealth is often depicted wearing luxurious robes adorned with symbols of prosperity. His attire signifies abundance and good fortune bestowed upon believers. The Song of the Mad Prince by Harry Clarke features ethereal figures clad in elaborate robes that transport us into a realm where imagination reigns supreme. Et in Arcadia ego by Nicolas Poussin portrays shepherds donning rustic robes against idyllic landscapes—a reminder that even amidst paradise lies mortality's presence. In Arthur Szyk's drawing depicting Hans Christian Andersen's fairy tale "The Emperor of China with the nightingale, " ornate imperial robes emphasize power but also vulnerability to beauty's allure. A woman raising her skirts to scare off evil spirits demonstrates how garments can serve as protective shields against malevolent forces lurking around us—an age-old belief shared across cultures. Dante Alighieri wears a distinguished robe as he embarks on his journey through Hell, Purgatory, and Paradise in Domenico di Michelino's painting.