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Court presentation, the convolutions of the train
As a society lady is presented at court, the logistical difficulty of curtseying to the Queen while simultaneously trying to manage her huge train, is captured by an ILN artist. Two court attendants are on hand to help her manoeuvre it. Date: 1893
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Media ID 14125894
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
1893 Attendants Awkward Coming Curtsey Curtseying Curtsy Debs Debutante Debutantes Graceful Manoeuvre Poise Poised Presentation Presentations Presented Season Convolutions Curtsying
12"x8" (30x20cm) Photo Print
Introducing the captivating "Court presentation, the convolutions of the train" print from Media Storehouse's extensive collection, brought to you by Rights Managed at Mary Evans Prints Online. This exquisite photograph transports us back in time to an elegant court presentation, where a society lady bows before the Queen with the utmost grace and decorum. Yet, the image reveals the hidden challenge of the moment: managing an extravagant train, a symbol of wealth and status, while maintaining the required courtly posture. This intriguing snapshot of history offers a fascinating glimpse into the complexities of royal etiquette and the opulence of the past. Add this stunning print to your collection and let its timeless beauty inspire and captivate.
Printed on archival quality paper for unrivalled stable artwork permanence and brilliant colour reproduction with accurate colour rendition and smooth tones. Printed on professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper. 12x8 for landscape images, 8x12 for portrait images.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.4cm x 7.9cm (12" x 3.1")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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A Grand Debut: The Art of Curtseying at a Victorian Court Presentation This image, dated 1893, captures the elegance and intricacy of a court presentation in Victorian England. The society lady, adorned in the height of 19th-century fashion, stands before the Queen with an air of grace and poise, yet the convolutions of her voluminous train pose a significant challenge. As the debutante makes her way to present herself before the monarch, the sheer size and weight of her train become a formidable obstacle. The intricate layers of silk, satin, and lace, designed to signify her status and wealth, threaten to upstage her moment in the spotlight. Two court attendants, dressed in their formal liveries, are on hand to assist the debutante in managing her unwieldy train. Their deft movements and expert maneuvering are essential to ensuring the presentation goes smoothly. The attendants expertly gather the fabric, guiding it around the Queen and the other courtiers, preventing any potential tripping hazards or unwanted entanglements. The debutante, with a curtsy both deep and elegant, pays her respects to the Queen. Her poise and composure, despite the logistical difficulties, are a testament to the skill and finesse required to navigate the complex social rituals of Victorian court presentations. This evocative print, from the Illustrated London News archives, offers a glimpse into the historical significance of court presentations and the intricate details that made them an essential part of Victorian society. The image serves as a reminder of the elegance, grace, and tradition that once defined these grand events.
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