'1805 Printed Cotton Day Dress', Pen, Ink and Watercolour - A6 Postcard
Product Description
This A6 postcard features a delicate pen, ink, and watercolour illustration of an 1805 printed, cotton day dress, created by renowned dress historian and illustrator Eleanor Houghton. The artwork captures the understated elegance of early nineteenth century dress whilst drawing attention to the pretty, floral prints so popular in the period.
Historical Context
As all good fans of Jane Austen (or Georgette Heyer for that matter) will know, early nineteenth century dress was inspired by the ideals of Ancient Greece and Rome. Gowns typically featured high waistlines, worn just below the bust, and long skirts formed from lightweight, and relatively inexpensive fabrics like muslin and fine cotton. The silhouette was simple and elegant, emphasising vertical lines and a natural drape.
A gown like this would have been worn with a shawl, probably from Kashmir, lightweight pumps and fine, knit stockings.
Specifications
Printed on brilliant, bright white paperstock, with a smooth coated satin finish, this postcard is a thoughtful choice for admirers of historical fashion, costume enthusiasts, and Jane Austen fans. Whether shared, collected, or framed, it offers a timeless tribute to the elegance of Regency design.
A6 postcard of coated satin finish that is smooth and clean to the touch.
FSC® Recycled certified fibre derived from 100% pre and post-consumer waste and coated with natural clay coating.
Clay coating is made from natural minerals such as kaolinite, calcium carbonate, bentonite, applied using organic binders so that it will not affect the recyclability or compost/biodegradability of the paper.
Portrait - 148mm x 10.7mm
Card made in an industry leading mill to strict ISO 14001 standards for environmental management
Printed in the UK
Product Description
This A6 postcard features a delicate pen, ink, and watercolour illustration of an 1805 printed, cotton day dress, created by renowned dress historian and illustrator Eleanor Houghton. The artwork captures the understated elegance of early nineteenth century dress whilst drawing attention to the pretty, floral prints so popular in the period.
Historical Context
As all good fans of Jane Austen (or Georgette Heyer for that matter) will know, early nineteenth century dress was inspired by the ideals of Ancient Greece and Rome. Gowns typically featured high waistlines, worn just below the bust, and long skirts formed from lightweight, and relatively inexpensive fabrics like muslin and fine cotton. The silhouette was simple and elegant, emphasising vertical lines and a natural drape.
A gown like this would have been worn with a shawl, probably from Kashmir, lightweight pumps and fine, knit stockings.
Specifications
Printed on brilliant, bright white paperstock, with a smooth coated satin finish, this postcard is a thoughtful choice for admirers of historical fashion, costume enthusiasts, and Jane Austen fans. Whether shared, collected, or framed, it offers a timeless tribute to the elegance of Regency design.
A6 postcard of coated satin finish that is smooth and clean to the touch.
FSC® Recycled certified fibre derived from 100% pre and post-consumer waste and coated with natural clay coating.
Clay coating is made from natural minerals such as kaolinite, calcium carbonate, bentonite, applied using organic binders so that it will not affect the recyclability or compost/biodegradability of the paper.
Portrait - 148mm x 10.7mm
Card made in an industry leading mill to strict ISO 14001 standards for environmental management
Printed in the UK
Product Description
This A6 postcard features a delicate pen, ink, and watercolour illustration of an 1805 printed, cotton day dress, created by renowned dress historian and illustrator Eleanor Houghton. The artwork captures the understated elegance of early nineteenth century dress whilst drawing attention to the pretty, floral prints so popular in the period.
Historical Context
As all good fans of Jane Austen (or Georgette Heyer for that matter) will know, early nineteenth century dress was inspired by the ideals of Ancient Greece and Rome. Gowns typically featured high waistlines, worn just below the bust, and long skirts formed from lightweight, and relatively inexpensive fabrics like muslin and fine cotton. The silhouette was simple and elegant, emphasising vertical lines and a natural drape.
A gown like this would have been worn with a shawl, probably from Kashmir, lightweight pumps and fine, knit stockings.
Specifications
Printed on brilliant, bright white paperstock, with a smooth coated satin finish, this postcard is a thoughtful choice for admirers of historical fashion, costume enthusiasts, and Jane Austen fans. Whether shared, collected, or framed, it offers a timeless tribute to the elegance of Regency design.
A6 postcard of coated satin finish that is smooth and clean to the touch.
FSC® Recycled certified fibre derived from 100% pre and post-consumer waste and coated with natural clay coating.
Clay coating is made from natural minerals such as kaolinite, calcium carbonate, bentonite, applied using organic binders so that it will not affect the recyclability or compost/biodegradability of the paper.
Portrait - 148mm x 10.7mm
Card made in an industry leading mill to strict ISO 14001 standards for environmental management
Printed in the UK
