Panier Dress ?1777
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Panier Dress ?1777
A lady, in a gown with low, square decolletage and wide hoops or paniers, enters a box at the opera. Possibly a grande robe a la francaise
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Admirers Decolletage Enters Francaise Gallant Georgian Gown Grande Hoops Kissed Opera Panier Paniers Possibly Robe Wide
EDITORS COMMENTS
This exquisite 18th century print captures the elegant and alluring grace of a lady attending the opera in a fashionable Panier Dress, or Robe à la Française, of around 1777. The lady, with a low, square decolletage and wide hoops or paniers, exudes an air of sophistication and gallantry as she enters her private box. The intricately designed gown, with its voluminous skirts and delicate fabric, was a symbol of wealth and status during the Georgian era. The lady's hand is delicately placed on the railing of the box, suggesting a moment of anticipation or perhaps a quiet moment of reflection before the performance begins. Her admirers, unseen in this image, no doubt gaze upon her with admiration and longing. The square neckline, a popular trend during this period, accentuates her graceful neck and shoulders, while the low decolletage adds a touch of sensuality to her otherwise demure appearance. The history of the Panier Dress, or robe à la Française, dates back to the late 17th century and was a staple of French fashion until the late 18th century. The wide hoops or paniers, made of boned fabric, gave the dress its distinctive shape and helped to create an illusion of a small waist and full hips. This fashion trend was not only popular in France but also spread to other European courts, making it a truly international style statement. This beautiful print not only offers a glimpse into the fashion trends of the past but also transports us back in time to an era of elegance, sophistication, and grandeur. The lady's graceful entrance into the opera box is a reminder of the timeless allure of fashion and the enduring appeal of the past.
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