Medieval Women’s Fashion: Hennin and Veil Styles of the 15th Century #2060731 (License: Personal Use)

This black-and-white line illustration depicts two elite women from late medieval Europe, likely the 1400s, distinguished by their elaborate headwear and layered gowns. The figure on the left wears a conical hennin topped with a long, sheer veil that cascades behind her, while the right-hand figure is adorned in a soft, draped veil over a wimple and a voluminous gown with fitted bodice and wide sleeves. Fine cross-hatching emphasizes fabric folds, indicating rich textiles such as wool or silk, and reflects contemporary sumptuary norms for noblewomen.

Used on history, costume design, or museum education webpages to illustrate late Gothic fashion; serves users researching medieval clothing, reenactment guides, or art history contexts where visual accuracy matters.