Conserving a Rare 360-Year-Old Dress | Behind the Scenes at Hampton Court Palace

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  • @vbrown6445
    @vbrown6445 ปีที่แล้ว +1365

    It would be great if they could do a computer image of the gown to shown how it would have looked originally, with the shine and glimmer the silver would have had without the dullness of time. I'm sure it was spectacular.

    • @k49821
      @k49821 ปีที่แล้ว +110

      I was hoping for that or an artist's rendition!

    • @cassandrareedy7369
      @cassandrareedy7369 ปีที่แล้ว +32

      What's left to the imagination is quite probably more beautiful than a computer could do justice

    • @christianfrommuslim
      @christianfrommuslim ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@k49821 Me too!

    • @kp4911
      @kp4911 ปีที่แล้ว +111

      @@cassandrareedy7369 I'm afraid I struggled to imagine the dress as we only got bits and pieces of it, never the entire view. I would have loved a recreation.

    • @MrsBrit1
      @MrsBrit1 ปีที่แล้ว +64

      I'd rather see one of the many wonderful historical costumers recreate it completely. Then it could be worn and we could we how it moves and drapes and behaves on the body, as well as having a wonderful display of what it would have looked like new, before the silver tarnished and the will became dull.

  • @naturalcambion3747
    @naturalcambion3747 ปีที่แล้ว +677

    I just imagine that the original wearer was so enamored with the dress and what it stood for and the memories it represented. That she hid the dress away, safe and secure. Only to be forgotten after her mortal release for hundreds of years. Such precious whispers of the past.

    • @fairislecat6413
      @fairislecat6413 ปีที่แล้ว +45

      Especially if she wore it to King Charles 2nd's Court.

    • @justinwilliams7290
      @justinwilliams7290 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Maybe she performed felatio on the king. Far more likely than being enamored with this dress and being so sentimental. People didn't really think like that particularly not this class in this era

    • @janedoll3237
      @janedoll3237 ปีที่แล้ว +32

      @@justinwilliams7290 🤦‍♀️ no, women are definitely more sentimental around clothes and pretty things. There’s a reason Monica Lewinsky got made fun of 😂

    • @joiedevivre2005
      @joiedevivre2005 ปีที่แล้ว +51

      I wonder if it was her wedding dress. Cloth of silver was popular for bridal attire of the time. Perhaps she had planned to be buried in it (people were often buried in their finest attire) & the dress was stored away for this purpose & later forgotten.

    • @hunkyharvy
      @hunkyharvy ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @janedoll3237 Kim Kardashian join the chat. 💅

  • @hollybyrd6186
    @hollybyrd6186 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +75

    Im trying to imagine how gorgeous it would have looked in full candlelight.

  • @saradecapua3264
    @saradecapua3264 ปีที่แล้ว +42

    I can't imagine the stress and excitement of working on such a delicate, beautiful dress.

  • @DJL78
    @DJL78 ปีที่แล้ว +99

    These episodes should be 45 minutes longer.

    • @nicolakunz231
      @nicolakunz231 7 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Yes. I would watch an hour on this dress!!

    • @christinehuband4383
      @christinehuband4383 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      At least! I could watch this all day 😍

  • @betoasaber24
    @betoasaber24 10 วันที่ผ่านมา +14

    Can we talk about how fabulous Anne-Marie's blouse is?! 😍

    • @olavwilhelm6843
      @olavwilhelm6843 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      no we can not . speak for yourself and get your owns friends .... the blouse is not that fab and the line " can we...." really gets old on youtube! if you have to say something say it but don't include all of us in your insecurity

  • @jmash7751
    @jmash7751 ปีที่แล้ว +209

    Astonishing that this exists after being worn 360 years ago! Hard to wrap my head around that. Much respect to the conservators who work so hard to repair and maintain these amazing garments. I cannot imagine how stressful it could be working on something like this. Just amazing!

  • @h0rriphic
    @h0rriphic ปีที่แล้ว +96

    What a jaw dropping garment. I can’t believe how beautiful it still is, after almost 400 years. Just Imagining it on the original wearer, silver glinting under candle light, the rustling of the silk as she moved…it’s so incredibly enchanting

  • @Soapartisan875
    @Soapartisan875 29 วันที่ผ่านมา +12

    I can imagine the talent and skill of the dressmaker back in that era to make such a gorgeous garment. To think that many where self taught by just watching their mothers, grandmothers sew is just incredible .

    • @codename495
      @codename495 7 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Dressmakers and Tailors were almost all men who trained in apprenticeships from childhood to adulthood. Seamstresses would’ve also received training both from their mothers but also from the tailors and dressmakers. The only industries that were exclusively female were dairy and embroidery.

  • @DipityS
    @DipityS ปีที่แล้ว +150

    It's something close to a miracle to find such a fine gown from so long back - not altered or turned into another item - but preserved as it was first created. What an amazing find - I wonder how that happened - what series of events let it come down to us intact?

    • @Erin-rg3dw
      @Erin-rg3dw ปีที่แล้ว +32

      Ditto - I would like to know where it's been for the last 300 years and how the conservators got it.

  • @twimama43
    @twimama43 ปีที่แล้ว +260

    The entire dress....stunning but that lace. The craftsmanship and skills leave me speechless. Thank you so much for sharing this dress with us. :)

    • @franklinstephen3268
      @franklinstephen3268 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hello 👋 how’re you doing?

    • @hiitsmestan9197
      @hiitsmestan9197 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      It is amazing to think of the skill it took to make this dress, and without modern tools.

    • @romystumpy1197
      @romystumpy1197 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Bobbin lace making in its self very time consuming and a great skill

  • @nancymcgee4776
    @nancymcgee4776 ปีที่แล้ว +90

    Hats off to you Ann-Marie for being able to work on that dress without shaking! I'd have been afraid to even breathe on it! Sure wish it could talk....what a story it could tell! Thank you!

  • @stephsmanicshenanigans8017
    @stephsmanicshenanigans8017 15 วันที่ผ่านมา +7

    Love seeing Queen Elizabeth’s dress hanging in the background! Will forever be in awe of that find!

  • @BradKandyCroftFamily
    @BradKandyCroftFamily ปีที่แล้ว +111

    It would be lovely to see what the fabric looked like hundreds of years ago. I can only imagine how it shined in the light. Age has certainly darkened it because of the nature of the metal thread.

    • @serenemolly
      @serenemolly ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Yes! I imagine it looked amazing in candlelight

    • @LostinMayberry
      @LostinMayberry ปีที่แล้ว +15

      I found a few 1880’s Worth gowns online made of silver fabric. Perhaps that’s a similar sheen?

    • @MsSteelphoenix
      @MsSteelphoenix ปีที่แล้ว +9

      To see what the fabric would have looked like, search for 'silver tissue saree', it's still very popular in India for wedding sarees. Unfortunately if you search for 'silver tissue fabric' it mostly brings up synthetic lamé. 😔

    • @ladyhawk5245
      @ladyhawk5245 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Actually pure silver (without the alloy of copper added to make sterling silver) is still quite white. Not shining maybe, but still light.

  • @S9s9s934
    @S9s9s934 ปีที่แล้ว +55

    When I go to museums I go to appreciate and marvel at the craftswomen and men who put so much of their heart and talent into these pieces.

    • @ladyhawk5245
      @ladyhawk5245 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Amen to that for sure.☺️🇨🇦

  • @artchic528
    @artchic528 ปีที่แล้ว +87

    I can only imagine how elegant it looked back when it was in its heyday, and how the Lady who wore it must have been so stunning when she wore it.
    Just imagine the silver thread glistening in the light of the candles and oil lamps as they flickered! She must have looked like she was glittering like a star! I imagine she felt some sentimental attachment to the dress, so she left it as is, tucked away in a trunk or armoire. Maybe as she aged and wanted to reminisce, she’d take it out to lovingly fondle the fabric.
    Thankfully, whatever the reason it remained as it was, it can now be preserved and serve as a sort of window into the past. A veritable and tangible link to the aristocracy of the 1600’s and the fashions therein.

  • @sheilatagg2699
    @sheilatagg2699 ปีที่แล้ว +44

    What a glorious dress that would have been to wear. It's a shame there isn't a painting of it being worn.

  • @michelles2299
    @michelles2299 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a, lovely job working on these garments must be very gratifying

  • @piper_lori-williams-tudhope
    @piper_lori-williams-tudhope 5 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Absolutely incredible 🤩

  • @skirtedgalleons
    @skirtedgalleons ปีที่แล้ว +52

    I would have liked even more time and exploration of the dress in the video. So interesting!

  • @leanneheinemann3862
    @leanneheinemann3862 7 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Just WOW

  • @kateg7298
    @kateg7298 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    I would have loved it if an illustration had been included to show how the dress would have looked when it was originally worn. It's hard to get a picture in your mind's eye of how striking the silver and white lace would have been. It's a fantastic video though.

  • @tondriasanders6306
    @tondriasanders6306 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    It would be very lovely to see the dress once it’s ready for display. I hope you post another video.

  • @happytraveller8953
    @happytraveller8953 6 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    OMG HOW does one get a job like that??? I think I'd give my eyeteeth to be working in a post like that!!! Utterly wonderful!

  • @christyb2912
    @christyb2912 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    And it has pockets!!! :-) wonderful conservation work

  • @ladyhawk5245
    @ladyhawk5245 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Brilliant conservation methods these days. Thank you for this info.

  • @pierrefireball2505
    @pierrefireball2505 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    Dear gosh! This should be much longer telling "US" viewers much more about such an amazingly stunning dress. This dress is so beautiful, I can imagine some women wearing it and all of those in the King's Court falling in awe looking at her entrance she must be radiating beauty in pure happiness and being proud of it.

  • @RocLobo358
    @RocLobo358 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I'm so glad the silver didn't tarnish like I would have expected. Silk is amazing

  • @susantaylor5068
    @susantaylor5068 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    It is a privilege for us to see “behind the scenes” of these beautiful dresses that are displayed. The love and care taken by all who work on them is a testament of their training over the years - and without this we may never have had the opportunity to see what was worn many years ago. Thank you all 🙏

  • @iahelcathartesaura3887
    @iahelcathartesaura3887 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This is incredible, this has survived so long. I am speechless. Thank you to the wearer, these historians and conservators!

  • @annasahlstrom6109
    @annasahlstrom6109 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The dress looks like it was crafted only 50 years ago, let alone 360! I'm so glad they found it and are preserving it.

  • @leoraeisenberger7076
    @leoraeisenberger7076 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    this is my absolute dream job. I wish I could actually do it

  • @M.M.D.
    @M.M.D. ปีที่แล้ว +36

    This is a stunning dress. The work you do is so important. I would love to see an artist's rendering of what the lady would have looked like wearing this dress. How tall was she and what size?

  • @sjwilloughby-greene8214
    @sjwilloughby-greene8214 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I love the passion for restoring history.
    Thank you for sharing. ❤️💯

  • @IrishAnnie
    @IrishAnnie ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I can just imagine the thrill of wearing this in the candle light. Stunning.

  • @voraciousreader3341
    @voraciousreader3341 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    It’s so amazing to see how this gorgeous dress was made and to think about how many months it took to make the fabric, the lace, and everything! I would love to have seen how the dress looked mounted after the conservation, with soft lights around it, not directly on the fabric.

  • @hsmd4533
    @hsmd4533 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    I love these videos so much.
    I do wish you had a drawing or recreation of how the dress would have looked in its prime.

  • @simplyme8593
    @simplyme8593 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I feel an incredible admiration and respect for conservators of art of all kinds 😯👏

  • @-Reagan
    @-Reagan ปีที่แล้ว +1650

    Wow I really hope Kim Kardashian doesn’t see this

  • @penelope-oe2vr
    @penelope-oe2vr ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I'm so glad this work of art is being restored and taken care of properly. Absolutely amazing 👏

  • @jasminearmstrong2855
    @jasminearmstrong2855 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Absolutely incredible! It's lovely to see a Restoration-era dress that has survived.

  • @paustinheaton
    @paustinheaton ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Loved this video. Hope we'll see more costumes. So nice to imagine the people that wore the clothing and the events that were part of their lives.

  • @tankgirllovesroos
    @tankgirllovesroos ปีที่แล้ว +6

    This is so incredible to be holding someone's life's work in your hands. I think of how many hours went into making that and being able to handle the past in that way. It makes my heart skip a beat. ❤️❤️❤️😍

  • @Smar47
    @Smar47 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Your talent to be able to do this is amazing.

  • @roseweed1468
    @roseweed1468 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What an honor to work on such a piece of history! It must take such dedication, and love.

  • @stageluvr91
    @stageluvr91 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Those ladies do such painstaking and detailed work. I can’t imagine how gentle they have to be with those beautiful pieces of clothing. So cool to see.

  • @spensermichaels7027
    @spensermichaels7027 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Fascinating how old this dress is and her knowledge/delicate care is. I love the history of fashion.❤

  • @LadyDragonbane
    @LadyDragonbane ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I want to see more of it!

  • @TheShmoo123
    @TheShmoo123 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Fabulous

  • @OcarinaSapphr-
    @OcarinaSapphr- ปีที่แล้ว +3

    An absolutely stunning piece of craftsmanship!
    I heard that some types of lace made around this time are just not made any more, so it's a very beautiful time-capsule...

  • @cmvdoo
    @cmvdoo ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Painstaking work that needs a lot of patience, dedication and passion for old costumes and/or dresses. Amazing.

  • @sandymccrone5676
    @sandymccrone5676 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am grateful for the person that created this wonderful dress and so grateful for the people that dedicate their lives to preserving our history.

  • @MaryMangan
    @MaryMangan ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That is STUNNING. Just amazing. Thank you for sharing this treasure and so clearly cherishing it, and celebrating the craftspeople who created it.

  • @RedRose-gm6px
    @RedRose-gm6px ปีที่แล้ว

    Absolutely amazing that there is a place that keeps these items in tact, big up to the ladies who keep these dresses and other items in tact.

  • @gonnabeayogi1445
    @gonnabeayogi1445 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    This was so magical. I could have watched for hours ❤

  • @delorestaylor8114
    @delorestaylor8114 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    A labor of love.

  • @sarahallegra6239
    @sarahallegra6239 ปีที่แล้ว +92

    That is stunning and incredibly fascinating! I read once that the oldest complete gown we had was a silver tissue gown from the 1600’s sometime; is this that gown? (It’s also something I read 15+ years ago, things could have changed since then). Either way, it’s so interesting to see how much care goes into looking after these pieces!

    • @fairislecat6413
      @fairislecat6413 ปีที่แล้ว +44

      This is the gown you are talking about. It's kept at the Costume Museum at Bath.

    • @sarahallegra6239
      @sarahallegra6239 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      @@fairislecat6413 how exciting! Thanks so much for answering my question. Obviously it’s something I’ve remembered vaguely for a long time; I’m glad I got to actually “see” it!

  • @toriam15
    @toriam15 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow, how awesome that the dress has lasted so long! Great work by the conservationists.

  • @PlantagenetRose
    @PlantagenetRose ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Absolutely incredible

  • @shalinityagi7344
    @shalinityagi7344 ปีที่แล้ว

    The work you are doing is so amazing. Thank-you for conserving the cultural heritage.

  • @LeadwithGrace
    @LeadwithGrace ปีที่แล้ว

    One of the many reasons I love the UK - the care and love of their heritage🥹 God bless guys! Thank you for sharing this beautiful process with us. The dress is so gorgeous I want to cry🤍

  • @claudiocavaliere856
    @claudiocavaliere856 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Absolutely fascinating! Congratulations! Absolutely amazing workmanship!

  • @shirley0151
    @shirley0151 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow! This dress is incredible. Seeing this makes me think of how truly gifted and talented the people who made these garments are. Thank you for sharing.

  • @cindybrannen6597
    @cindybrannen6597 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a spectacular masterpiece!

  • @jeniallenby8389
    @jeniallenby8389 ปีที่แล้ว

    gorgeous ... thank you so much for sharing

  • @prissilou
    @prissilou ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Amazing! What a treasure! So glad to see that this beautiful dress can be salvaged!

  • @christinegerard4974
    @christinegerard4974 19 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Thank you from France ! Absolutely stunning !

  • @EmilyPlein
    @EmilyPlein ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Divine ❤

  • @cynthiacassel
    @cynthiacassel 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    It’s exquisite. The wool pocket was for warmth, I am certain. Entomology pins must be very fine if it they don’t break the weave of fabric that delicate.

  • @PatriciaRobin-ec3ee
    @PatriciaRobin-ec3ee 9 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Amazing, stunning, love the design, material, history, mystery. Bravo to the original designer, seamstress, tailor; Owner(s) who kept it. Blessed to be talented trusted to preserve it. True craftsmanship rarely seen outside of couture.

  • @kenna163
    @kenna163 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is why I love history.

  • @soniatriana9091
    @soniatriana9091 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    First of all, the skill level of every person involved in the creation of this dress had to be at the highest level imaginable - true experts in their fields!! This royal dress must have been the 1st true Cinderella Dress of its time!!
    I would like to have also heard how they received this dress? Did the descendants just donate it to the Conservation Society?
    A stunning dress! I can’t even imagine what the other high level aristocracy went on to create - in order to COMPETE with this dress!!
    😊

  • @TiaraTotty999
    @TiaraTotty999 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a beautiful dress, such skill and patience, you really are amazing

  • @Seeingisntbelieving
    @Seeingisntbelieving ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Such a beautiful garment!

  • @vanessamiller9202
    @vanessamiller9202 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is absolutely breathtaking

  • @bebomora7391
    @bebomora7391 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So gorgeous. I love these restoration videos. Wonderful

  • @sarapiburn2523
    @sarapiburn2523 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just amazing and so beautiful!💜💜💜

  • @beckyodom2097
    @beckyodom2097 9 วันที่ผ่านมา

    What a delicate and impressive feat ! You ladies are amazing!

  • @SueHouse379
    @SueHouse379 7 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    Just bung it in on a mixed load! 😉
    What an amazing garment, thank you so much for sharing ❤

  • @maryannhicks7829
    @maryannhicks7829 ปีที่แล้ว

    Absolutely gorgeous dress

  • @ppan3188
    @ppan3188 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Why so short!!! 😭😭😭 This is absolute gold!!!!!!

  • @karenbilyk-vogel6553
    @karenbilyk-vogel6553 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sooooo Breathtaking Beautiful!💖💖

  • @irisheyes5890
    @irisheyes5890 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    What a great job! I wish we could see a drawing or animation of what the original dress looked like.

  • @daniellesmith7582
    @daniellesmith7582 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’m a subscriber now.. thank you TH-cam!

  • @karenfitzpatrick6256
    @karenfitzpatrick6256 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Incredible that it has survived in such good condition. Such a beautiful and precious find. I'm so happy to see it being preserved with such care, expertise and love. Thank you for sharing it on your channel. I'm sure the original artisan who created it would be very pleased.

  • @em945
    @em945 ปีที่แล้ว

    WOW.
    Hoping things go perfectly for the Ladies doing the work.
    Such a beautiful item is going to be appreciated.

  • @archeewaters
    @archeewaters ปีที่แล้ว

    so pretty. glad to see it's being cared for

  • @barbarakosloski9260
    @barbarakosloski9260 20 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Stunning.

  • @Furiafelina
    @Furiafelina ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I admire restoration work. I wish I could learn the skill.

  • @amysilin8122
    @amysilin8122 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a fun job she has, and of course what an honor to work on this material

  • @mn4169
    @mn4169 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Amazing.

  • @Ciclopea2
    @Ciclopea2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Having talented people to restore this piece to at least close to its original splendor 3 and a half centuries later is something to be greateful for. The exceptional craftmanship behind it tells us that a very special lady got to wear this absolutely stunning dress. I would love to see Ann Marie's work on this gown when it's finally finished.

  • @bluevonnie
    @bluevonnie ปีที่แล้ว

    Stunning

  • @jilliancook4999
    @jilliancook4999 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow- what an amazing skill and care for your work. I find this such a gift to all of us that value history. Thank you. ❤

  • @fikrihendriawan
    @fikrihendriawan ปีที่แล้ว

    History is truly priceless ✨

  • @maryearll3359
    @maryearll3359 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a marvellous job ! I would love to be able to preserve such wonders.

  • @cindyd.554
    @cindyd.554 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Such an exquisite and beautiful dress, you have done an amazing job. ✌🍁

  • @yolandagofigure
    @yolandagofigure ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Absolutely amazing ❤️🌹

  • @kimberlynslattery6001
    @kimberlynslattery6001 ปีที่แล้ว

    It's so cool to imagine your favourite article of clothing, something you wore as you lived your seemingly mundane life, ending up in a museum hundreds of years later and it being someone's job to take care of it

  • @JaRule6
    @JaRule6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I performed the layman's equivalent of this restoration for my sister when she found a bargain dress from the showroom at a bridal shop. It was a very unique dress with organza sleeves that have been switched down inside the plastic protecting cover. Alongside with a lot of other stuff that had fallen apart from having dozens of people try it on over the years.