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Costume / Photo by Watson
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Costume / Photo by Watson
Man: frock coat. Woman: jacket body, gauging & buttons on the cuff, ruff at the neck, draped tunic & a skirt with pleated flounces of varying depth & a very severe hairstyle
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Body Buttons Cuff Depth Draped Flounces Foot Stool Frock Knife Neck Plain Pleated Pleats Ruff Severe Tunic Varying Watson Gauging Skirt
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This photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Picture Library, transports us back in time to the Victorian era of the late 1870s. The image features an elegant man in a frock coat, his attire exuding an air of sophistication and refinement. The woman, dressed in a stunning costume, complements the man's outfit with her own fashionable ensemble. The woman's jacket body is adorned with intricate gauging and buttons on the cuff, adding a touch of elegance and detail to her attire. A ruff at her neck completes the Victorian look, while a draped tunic and a full skirt with pleated flounces of varying depth add volume and texture to her outfit. The woman's severe hairstyle, with its plain and neatly arranged bun, further emphasizes the era's strict fashion codes. The man, wearing a plain frock coat, sits confidently on a foot stool, his posture reflecting the class and status of the period. His coat, with its buttoned front and long tails, is a symbol of the masculine elegance of the time. The man's middle-aged appearance, as indicated by the lines on his face and the graying of his hair, adds a sense of maturity and wisdom to the image. The woman, holding a knife in her hand, adds an element of intrigue to the photograph. It is unclear whether she is preparing a meal or engaged in some other activity, but her focused expression suggests a sense of purpose and determination. The man, with a calm and composed demeanor, seems to be observing her with admiration and support. This photograph is a fascinating glimpse into the past, offering a glimpse into the fashion, class, and social dynamics of the Victorian era. The intricate details of the costumes, the stern expressions on the faces of the subjects, and the subtle nuances of their body language all add to the rich tapestry of history that this image represents.
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