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Photographic Print : Mourning dress, American, ca. 1845. Creator: Unknown
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Mourning dress, American, ca. 1845. Creator: Unknown
Mourning dress, American, ca. 1845
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Media ID 20635563
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Attire Bonnet Brooklyn Museum Crinoline Embroidered Hoop Skirt Hooped Material Mourning Dress Petticoat Shawl Smocking Womens Wear Womenswear
10"x8" Photo Print
Experience the somber elegance of the past with our exquisite selection of Historical Mourning Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, featuring an American Mourning Dress from around 1845, showcases the intricate details and subtle beauty of mourning attire during that era. Created by an unknown artist and sourced from Heritage Images, this print is a stunning addition to any collection dedicated to historical fashion, textiles, or the study of mourning customs. Immerse yourself in the rich history of the past and add a touch of timeless sophistication to your home or office decor with our Mourning Prints.
Photo prints are produced on Kodak professional photo paper resulting in timeless and breath-taking prints which are also ideal for framing. The colors produced are rich and vivid, with accurate blacks and pristine whites, resulting in prints that are truly timeless and magnificent. Whether you're looking to display your prints in your home, office, or gallery, our range of photographic prints are sure to impress. Dimensions refers to the size of the paper in inches.
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Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print showcases a somber yet exquisitely crafted mourning dress from 19th century America. Created around 1845 by an unknown artist, this attire reflects the fashion of its time with remarkable attention to detail. The black silk fabric elegantly drapes down in a full-length gown, symbolizing grief and loss. The intricate embroidery adorning the dress adds a touch of delicacy amidst the sorrowful hue. A bonnet sits atop the wearer's head, veiling her face as she mourns her loved ones. A crinoline hoop skirt creates a voluminous silhouette, emphasizing the fashionable style of the era. This garment represents not only clothing but also serves as a poignant reminder of historical events and cultural practices during that period in American history. Displayed at both Brooklyn Museum and The Metropolitan Museum of Art, this piece holds significance within our nation's heritage. Its presence evokes emotions tied to mourning customs and societal norms prevalent in 19th-century United States. As we gaze upon this photograph print captured by Heritage Images, we are transported back in time to witness an era where women expressed their grief through their attire. This image preserves not only an unknown creator's artistry but also provides us with insights into Victorian women's wear and its role in conveying personal loss during that period.
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