Courtier Costumes

This costume set includes a brocade dress with cameo bows. This Courtier Marie comes in adult sizes X-Small, Small, Medium, Large, X-Large. The wig, petticoat and thigh highs are not included in the set. Please note: This item's color may vary due to inherent manufacturing variations or your computer monitor's color settings. The item you receive will be identical or substantially similar to the item pictured in this listing.

The Mongol period (1206-1368) marked a major turning point of exchange – culturally, politically, and artistically – across Eurasia. The wide-ranging international exchange that occurred during the Mongol period is most apparent visually through the inclusion of Mongol motifs in textile, paintings, ceramics, and metalwork, among other media. Eiren Shea investigates how a group of newly-confederated tribes from the steppe conquered the most sophisticated societies in existence in less than... [Read More]

By the sixth century of the common era the Roman Empire already had many hundreds of years of accumulated ceremony embedded in its government, and practical science embodied in its army.The transition from Republic to Imperium and the more hierarchical structure that entailed, and the absorption of Christianity into state processes, had pushed the development of court ceremonial apace, and particularly driven its embodiment and display in ever more opulent regalia. The regalia embraced not only ... [Read More]

Revived after 171 years in oblivion, the staging of Rosmonda dInghilterra at Bergamos Teatro Donizetti proved fascinating for the Italian public. From the excellent cast of singers, Jessica Pratt and Eva Mei gave standout performances. The opera revolves around a tale of love and intrigue surrounding the main protagonists- the famous Queen Eleanor of Aquitaine, her husband Henry II of England, and the fair Rosamund de Clifford. Rosmonda is the quintessential innocent, unaware that the man she lo... [Read More]

Examines the role of clothing in medieval society and discusses trends in clothing styles and the characteristic dress of different classes of people.

Dante’s Garden is the story of what happens when Frank Farnese, a book collector from 2017, falls through Hell's Mouth, a strange sculpture in Bomarzo, Italy.In 1570, Lucrezia Romano and famed antiquarian Pyrrho Ligorio welcome him when he awakens in a garden, from what he thinks is a dream but isn’t. Together they must figure out how to put the world right again. The Inquisition, an extraordinary visit to Venice, and the dreams of Duke Francesco Orsini entwine to pull them all deeper into a... [Read More]

Throughout history rulers have used clothes as a form of legitimization and propaganda. While palaces, pictures, and jewels might reflect the choice of a monarch’s predecessors or advisers, clothes reflected the preferences of the monarch himself. Being both personal and visible, the right costume at the right time could transform and define a monarch’s reputation. Many royal leaders have known this, from Louis XIV to Catherine the Great and from Napoleon I to Princess Diana.This intriguing ... [Read More]

English costumes from late fifteenth century. From left Judge gentleman lady of rank courtier lady of quality. From the national and domestic history of England by William Aubrey published London circa 1890 is a licensed reproduction that was printed on premium heavy stock paper which captures all of the vivid colors and details of the original. The overall paper size is 17.00 x 12.00 inches. This print is ready for hanging or framing and would make a great addition to your home or office decor.... [Read More]

The Fun Costumes Renaissance Nobleman Costume We love the Ren Faire almost as much as we love Halloween. That means any opportunity to blend the two together is a winning moment for us. That's why we are so happy to offer you this Renaissance Nobleman Costume. We use high-quality materials and careful construction to ensure that you can enjoy this look whether at the Faire, a costume party, or chilling out in your own noble den year 'round. Attention to Detail This Renaissance look includes ever... [Read More]