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Text on the reverse side: The blooming of cherry blossoms is enjoyed by many in Japan, but only for a short period every year, reminding us to ful...

Text on the reverse side: One of thirteen kimono-clad portraits made between 1893 and 1896, this work features a Dutch hatmaker’s daughter who bec...

Text on the reverse side: Traditional kimono is made out of a narrow width bolt of dyed silk, cotton, hemp or wool, cut into rectangular shapes an...

Text on the reverse side: A drawing showing the creations of Premet, Molyneux, Martial and Armand, and Decoll dating from 1924. Four women are wal...

Text on the reverse side: Cette publicité des grands magasins du Printemps date de la même année que le slogan «Toutes les femmes élégantes sont c...

Text on the reverse side: From the series Parody of Day and Night in Twenty Four Hours by artist Kunichika is regarded as one of his finest series...

Text on the reverse side: Un dessin montrant les créations de Premet, Molyneux, Martial et Armand, et Decoll datant de 1924. Les quatre femmes se ...

Text on the reverse side: Featured in Gazette du Bon Ton (1914, No. 3, Pl. 28), this striking illustration showcases a theatrical gown by Paul Poi...

Text on the reverse side: Ballet teaches grace, and resilience, reflecting the beauty of human expression. It encourages us to push our limits, ig...

Text on the reverse side: Although evocative of warm summer nights, this illustration by George Barbier shows two women wearing draped dresses dec...

Text on the reverse side: Illustration by George Barbier from the series Falbalas & Fanfreluches (1922-1926). This luxuriously produced fashio...

Text on the reverse side: Illustration from the magazine Journal des Dames et des Modes showcases an elegant embroidered ‘duvetine’ dress. These p...

Text on the reverse side: The premiere of "Madama Butterfly" in 1904 was met with a disastrous reception. However, Puccini revised the opera exten...

Text on the reverse side: The Pouf was a hairstyle popularised in France in the 18th century by Marie Antoinette. It was created by pinning the ha...

Text on the reverse side: Traditionally the evergreen pine is regarded as a symbol of good fortune, longevity and steadfastness. The regal black w...

Text on the reverse side: Reading is the top favourite pastime of many people. It can also be fantastic to help with any stress or turmoil. For en...

Text on the reverse side: Kuniyoshi’s depiction of Tomoe Gozen captures the intensity of Japan’s medieval conflicts. Her layered armour, flowing h...

Text on the reverse side: The elegant Art Nouveau panel depicts a female figures adorned with flowing lines, symbolic motifs, and ornate detailing...

Text on the reverse side: Published in Gazette du Bon Ton (1920, No. 4, Pl. 31), Mirage features a Paul Poiret design that captures fluidity and f...

Text on the reverse side: Bien qu’évoquant les chaudes nuits d’été, cette illustration de George Barbier montre deux femmes portant des robes drap...

Text on the reverse side: Jusque dans les années 1900, le « maillot de bain » recouvrait le corps de la femme. En 1913, il évolue en maillot de ba...

Text on the reverse side: Until the 1900s, the swimming suit covered the woman’s body. In 1913, it was transformed into a tight-fitting, sleeveles...

Text on the reverse side: This Printemps department store advert dates from the year they adopted the slogan “All elegant women are Printemps cust...

Text on the reverse side: This illustration from the Très Parisien publication showcases the latest black dress with ruffled sleeves design by Hou...

Text on the reverse side: An illustration highlighting the fashion house Prevost, from the magazine Très Parisien, known for its vividly coloured ...

Text on the reverse side: From a series of five prints titled Assortment of Modern Five Beauties by woodblock print artist Kunichika. The kimono w...

Text on the reverse side: A beauty is shown before a screen. On her kimono the seven Japanese gods of fortune (shichifukujin) are shown. They prov...

Text on the reverse side: Le panneau élégant de style Art nouveau représente une figure féminine ornée de lignes fluides, de motifs symboliques et...

Text on the reverse side: Le panneau élégant de style Art nouveau représente une figure féminine ornée de lignes fluides, de motifs symboliques et...

Text on the reverse side: Le panneau élégant de style Art nouveau représente une figure féminine ornée de lignes fluides, de motifs symboliques et...

Text on the reverse side: Le panneau élégant de style Art nouveau représente une figure féminine ornée de lignes fluides, de motifs symboliques et...

Text on the reverse side: The elegant Art Nouveau panel depicts a female figures adorned with flowing lines, symbolic motifs, and ornate detailing...

Text on the reverse side: The elegant Art Nouveau panel depicts a female figures adorned with flowing lines, symbolic motifs, and ornate detailing...

Text on the reverse side: The elegant Art Nouveau panel depicts a female figures adorned with flowing lines, symbolic motifs, and ornate detailing...

Text on the reverse side: Featured in Les choses de Paul Poiret vues par Georges Lepape, the illustration highlights Poiret’s flair for dramatic a...

Text on the reverse side: All UK passports are issued in His or Her Majesty’s name - a document which gives permission for citizens to travel. Unk...