Fashion Plate (Carriage Visiting Costume), 1820. Creator: John Bell

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Fashion Plate (Carriage Visiting Costume), 1820. Creator: John Bell

Fashion Plate (Carriage Visiting Costume), 1820

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1820s Bell John Carriage Dress Empire Gown Empire Line Fashion Plate Frock Garment Gown Hand Coloured Engraving On Paper John Bell Line Engraving Plume Plumed

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This stunning fashion plate, created by John Bell in 1820, showcases the elegant and ornate Carriage Visiting Costume of the early 19th century. The image captures a lady of refinement and affluence, dressed in the height of fashion for a carriage ride or a visit to a country estate. The empire gown, characterized by its high waistline and full, voluminous skirt, is adorned with intricate floral patterns and delicate lace details. The empire line, which accentuated the natural curves of the female form, was a popular trend during this period. The gown is completed with a matching robe, which is draped over the lady's shoulders and secured with a sash. The lady's headdress, a plumed and elaborate creation, adds an air of sophistication and grandeur to her appearance. The plumes, made of feathers or other materials, were a common accessory for ladies of fashion during this era. The fashion plate is a hand-coloured engraving on paper, produced using the technique of line engraving. The intricate details of the gown, headdress, and other accessories are beautifully rendered, making this a valuable piece of historic art and a testament to the fashion trends of the time. This fashion plate, which is now part of the collection of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA), provides a glimpse into the fashionable world of the British aristocracy in the early 1800s. It is a reminder of the importance of fashion as a means of self-expression and social status during this period, and a reminder of the rich heritage of fashion history.

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