'1808 Printed Day Dress and Shawl', in Pen Ink and Watercolour - A6 postcard
Product Description
This A6 postcard features a meticulously captured pen, ink, and watercolour illustration of an 1808 cotton printed day gown paired with a paisley shawl. The drawing captures the understated elegance and practicality of early 19th-century attire, reflecting the cultural and artistic sensibilities of the period.
Historical Context
The day gown, crafted from printed cotton, demonstrates the popularity of lightweight, inexpensive fabrics among women of the time. Its flowing silhouette was not only practical but also a reflection of changing social norms, prioritising comfort without sacrificing style. Complementing the gown is a Paisley shawl, a highly coveted accessory of the era. Originating in Kashmir and celebrated for its intricate boteh or paisley motifs, the shawl became a symbol of cultural exchange and craftsmanship. In 19th-century Europe, such shawls were prized for their luxurious materials and artistic designs, often defining the wearer’s social standing.
This postcard makes an ideal ‘gift’ for dress historians, collectors, and anyone with an appreciation for historical fashion or pen, ink and watercolour illustration.
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.
Specifications
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 meticulously captured pen, ink, and watercolour illustration of an 1808 cotton printed day gown paired with a paisley shawl. The drawing captures the understated elegance and practicality of early 19th-century attire, reflecting the cultural and artistic sensibilities of the period.
Historical Context
The day gown, crafted from printed cotton, demonstrates the popularity of lightweight, inexpensive fabrics among women of the time. Its flowing silhouette was not only practical but also a reflection of changing social norms, prioritising comfort without sacrificing style. Complementing the gown is a Paisley shawl, a highly coveted accessory of the era. Originating in Kashmir and celebrated for its intricate boteh or paisley motifs, the shawl became a symbol of cultural exchange and craftsmanship. In 19th-century Europe, such shawls were prized for their luxurious materials and artistic designs, often defining the wearer’s social standing.
This postcard makes an ideal ‘gift’ for dress historians, collectors, and anyone with an appreciation for historical fashion or pen, ink and watercolour illustration.
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.
Specifications
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 meticulously captured pen, ink, and watercolour illustration of an 1808 cotton printed day gown paired with a paisley shawl. The drawing captures the understated elegance and practicality of early 19th-century attire, reflecting the cultural and artistic sensibilities of the period.
Historical Context
The day gown, crafted from printed cotton, demonstrates the popularity of lightweight, inexpensive fabrics among women of the time. Its flowing silhouette was not only practical but also a reflection of changing social norms, prioritising comfort without sacrificing style. Complementing the gown is a Paisley shawl, a highly coveted accessory of the era. Originating in Kashmir and celebrated for its intricate boteh or paisley motifs, the shawl became a symbol of cultural exchange and craftsmanship. In 19th-century Europe, such shawls were prized for their luxurious materials and artistic designs, often defining the wearer’s social standing.
This postcard makes an ideal ‘gift’ for dress historians, collectors, and anyone with an appreciation for historical fashion or pen, ink and watercolour illustration.
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.
Specifications
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
