Calthrop, Dion Clayton, 1878-1937 · London, A. and C. Black · leaf 85
of Eng-land were at this time beingharassed by wars, still thedomestic element grew andflourished. The homes of the Englislifrom being bare and rude beganto know the delights of em-broidery and weaving. Theworkroom of the ladies wasthe most civilized part of thecastle, and the effect of the Norman… … 38 ENGLISH COSTUME silk cases for their hair, and otherwise stitching,cutting, and contriving against the return of theirlords. It is recorded that Matilda escaped from Oxfordby a postern in a white dress, and no doubt herwomen sympathizers made muchof white for dresses. The ladies wore a…
Costume -- Great Britain
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