LADIES & BOY 1865
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LADIES & BOY 1865
Boy: Danish trousers & Zouave jacket. Women: bodice with square basques, fourreau skirt (each panel trimmed); hitched- up walking skirt & hooded mantle in spotted fabric
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Media ID 610572
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1865 Basques Bodice Danish Fabric Fourreau Gored Hitched Hooded Mantle Panel Sea Side Skirt Spotted Trimmed Trousers Wheat Zouave
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph, titled "LADIES & BOY" and dated 1865, showcases an enchanting scene of Victorian-era fashion. The image features a young boy dressed in Danish trousers and a Zouave jacket, standing next to three ladies adorned in elegant Victorian attire. The boy's outfit consists of Danish trousers, which were popular in the mid-19th century and characterized by their wide, baggy legs and high waist. His Zouave jacket, inspired by the military uniform of the North African Zouaves, adds a touch of masculine charm to his appearance. The jacket is complete with intricate detailing and bold, red accents, reflecting the military influence on men's fashion during this time. The ladies, on the other hand, are a vision of elegance and sophistication. Their outfits include bodices with square basques and fourreau skirts, each panel trimmed with intricate detailing. The bodices are cinched tightly at the waist, accentuating their hourglass figures. The ladies also wear hiked-up walking skirts, allowing them to move freely, and hooded mantles in a striking, spotted fabric. The mantles, which were often worn as protective coverings from the elements, add an air of mystery and allure to their outfits. The ladies' skirts are also gored, meaning they are sewn with triangular panels to create a fuller, more voluminous appearance. The use of wheat as a prop in the image adds to the rustic, natural feel of the scene, further emphasizing the connection between the past and the present. This photograph is a beautiful representation of the Victorian era, showcasing the intricate detailing and bold, unique styles that defined the fashion of the time. The contrast between the boy's military-inspired outfit and the ladies' elegant, feminine attire adds depth and intrigue to the image, making it a must-see for anyone interested in historical fashion.
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