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You might be familiar with medieval images of people wearing flowing gowns, pointy shoes, and elaborate hats. Illuminated manuscripts provide insights into what people wore and wanted to wear in the Middle Ages, when clothing was integral to identifying one’s place in the world. They say fashion is cyclical. Which of these medieval trends would you bring back? Learn more in the new online exhibition Fashion in the Middle Ages at the link in bio. 🏷️ #GettyMuseum #OnlineExhibition #Art #MiddleAges #Medieval #Dress #Fashion Images: 1. Anne of Brittany Enthroned and Accompanied by Her Ladies-in-Waiting, about 1493, Master of the Chronique scandaleuse. Getty Museum 2. Philosophy Presenting the Seven Liberal Arts to Boethius, about 1460–1470, Coëtivy Master (Henri de Vulcop?). Getty Museum 3. The Competition in Sittacene and the Placating of Sisigambis, about 1470–1475, Master of the Jardin de vertueuse consolation and assistant. Getty Museum 4. Saint Jerome in His Study, 1440,...

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