Grand Chemise of plain Linen, trimmed with the same Linen in a volant with lowered têtes, the Collar matching: the Manchettes in small Lace trimmed with Linen with turned-up têtes, the Sleeves held with a pink Ribbon and the Belt of the same. (1787) Earrings. - "The vast hats in all colors have made way … Continue reading Galerie des Modes, 55e Cahier, 5e Figure
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Galerie des Modes, 55e Cahier, 4e Figure
1. Petit-Maître dressed in a Coat with wide revers and double collar à l'Anglaise. 2. Cane of bamboo wood. 3. Hat à l'Androsmann. 4. Sword trimmed with a gallant bow. 5. Turned-up hat with a cockade à la Jockei. 6. Hat à la Quaker. (1787) Petit-Maître. - "This name, say our lexicographers, was begun by … Continue reading Galerie des Modes, 55e Cahier, 4e Figure
Galerie des Modes, 55e Cahier, 3e Figure
1. Lady coiffed with a négligé Cap, dressed in a morning Gown. 2. Mantelet of black taffeta. 3. Hat trimmed with plumes and ribbons. 4. Satin Cap trimmed with a streaked ribbon. (1787) "Baigneuses are worn in the demi-toilette. Formerly, they only served for the morning, to go out without being fully dressed; but, today, … Continue reading Galerie des Modes, 55e Cahier, 3e Figure
Galerie des Modes, 55e Cahier, 2e Figure
1. Striped morning coat etc. 2. Round hat trimmed with gances. 3. Jockey hat trimmed with tassels, cockade, and jay, etc. 4. Soft boots à l'Anglaise. 5. Officer Hat. 6. Round hat. (1787) A "Society of Pedestrians" asks in the Journal de Paris of January 24, 1785, if shoes exist that are "impenetrable, which protect white … Continue reading Galerie des Modes, 55e Cahier, 2e Figure
Painting Costume Analysis: Pamela Series, Part Ten
X: Pamela and Lady Davers, Joseph Highmore, 1743-4; National Gallery of Victoria 1117-3 One would think that Pamela's troubles would be over after her marriage: after all, most of her problems stemmed from her "courtship". However, Mr. B's family is still a hurdle to get over. His sister, Lady Davers, does not approve of Pamela's … Continue reading Painting Costume Analysis: Pamela Series, Part Ten
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