Category: 1540-1549
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1540 – Attributed to Hans Brosamer, Katharina Merian
The half-length portrait of Katharina Merian, attributed to the German artist Hans Brosamer, is an exemplary painting of German women’s fashion of the early 16th century.
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1540s – Unidentified artist, Sir William Butts
Sir William Butts of Thornage is dressed in a subdued palette that quietly showcases the intricate details and treatments applied to his garments which were trending in his time during the Tudor reign.
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Recent Essays
codpieceIn 15th century, 16th century, C, term definition
daggingIn 14th century, 15th century, 16th century, D, term definition
1747 – Arthur Devis, Mr. and Mrs. BullIn 1740-1749, 18th century, artwork analysis
Stout Fashion & Early 20th Century American Ready-to-WearIn 1910-1919, 1920-1929, 20th century, thematic essays
1778 – Joseph Siffred Duplessis, Benjamin FranklinIn 1770-1779, 18th century, artwork analysis