Velvet Collection (#49)

Two Elegant Ladies
She on the left wears a manteau in velvet by Beer, her companion chooses a grande robe de reception by Doucet

THE SMART SET 1913
Shifty-looking gentleman wears a double-breasted waisted overcoat with velvet collar & pocket flaps, wing collar & bow tie, spats, rakish top hat & a silver topped cane

Three Coronation Robes
George V wears three robes during the coronation ceremony - the Royal Crimson Robe of State, the Golden Imperial Mantle, and the Royal Robe of Purple Velvet Date: 1911

Furs / Grunwaldt / Plate 6
Red tango skirt, black velvet mantle trimmed in an unspecifed fur (sable ?) & matching fur muff; short wrap- over jacket with black fur trim & muff to match

Scene from Shakespeares play, Henry IV Part 1
Scene from Shakespeares history play, Henry IV Part I, in which Hotspur (Henry Percy, son of the Earl of Northumberland) says goodbye to his wife, Lady Percy, before he goes into battle

Walking Dress 1860
Black velvet mantle, green silk dress; blue silk dress with black & blue flounces, sleeves with puffings & black frills; Pardessus Medici with violet silk ruchings

Disraeli / Woodbury
Benjamin Disraeli, earl of Beaconsfield statesman, writer

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Velvet, a fabric of luxury and opulence, has woven its way through history, leaving behind traces of elegance and style. In the streets of North East Britain, Teddy Boys dance with exuberance, their vibrant energy captured in a timeless picture. Rocking Jim Newark and his Teds epitomize rebellion and fashion-forwardness as they embrace the allure of velvet. Traveling back to 1912, we encounter the Lennox-Boyd family adorned in velvet attire. The brothers exude sophistication while embracing the trends of their time. Velvet becomes a symbol of status and refinement as it drapes gracefully over their figures. Centuries earlier, Hendrick Avercamp's painting "Enjoying the Ice near a Town" showcases individuals indulging in winter activities donning velvety garments. Even amidst frozen landscapes, velvet brings warmth and comfort to those who wear it. Moving forward to grand occasions such as the Coronation of King George V and Queen Mary or Catherine Howard's regal presence; velvet takes center stage among royalty. Its rich texture complements majestic settings while adding an air of majesty to these historical moments. In Victorian times, women from esteemed families like Polhill-Turner embraced velvet fashionably. They embodied gracefulness with each step taken in their luxurious gowns made from this sumptuous fabric. Across continents in Istanbul's bustling markets lie Turkish fezes crafted from plush velvet alongside postcards depicting its allure. Velvet transcends borders as it continues captivating hearts worldwide with its timeless appeal. Even artists like Holbein immortalized Jane Seymour wearing her portrait-worthy gown made entirely out of exquisite velvet fabrics during Tudor times—a testament to its enduring beauty throughout centuries. Fashion evolves but never forgets classics like Victor Stiebel Suit or fashionable women sporting elegant hats embellished with feathers atop soft velvety surfaces—both capturing eras where style merged seamlessly with comfort.