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Finnish woman in her summer festival dress, 18th century. 1823 (engraving)
7234210 Finnish woman in her summer festival dress, 18th century. 1823 (engraving) by Alexander, William (1767-1816) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Finnish woman in her summer festival dress, 18th century. She wears an embroidered linen jacket and petticoat, painted apron, decorated girdle, mock pearl necklace. The headdress tails fall down to their heels. Finlandoise en habit de fete. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after an illustration by William Alexander from J-B. Eyries La Russie: Costumes, Moeurs et Usages des Russes, Russia: Costumes, Manners and Mores of the Russians, Librairie de Gide Fils, Paris, 1823. Jean-Baptiste Eyries(1767-1846) was aFrenchgeographer, author and translator.); © Florilegius
Media ID 25155352
© Florilegius / Bridgeman Images
Customs And Traditions Ethnicity Finland Finnish National Costume Russian Culture Scandinavian Ethnicity Western Finland Costume Design Ethnography Fancy Dress Fancy Dress Costume Inhabitant Summer Clothes The Woman Traditional Costume
18x24 inch Poster Print
Bring a touch of historical elegance to your home with our Media Storehouse Poster Prints featuring the enchanting image of a Finnish woman in her summer festival dress from the 18th century. This exquisite 1823 engraving by William Alexander, based on an original work, captures the timeless beauty of traditional Finnish attire. Add this captivating piece to your decor and transport yourself back in time, evoking the spirit of a bygone era. Perfect for history enthusiasts, art lovers, or anyone seeking to add a unique and sophisticated touch to their space.
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Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This engraving from the 19th century showcases a Finnish woman in her traditional summer festival dress. The intricate details of her attire are beautifully depicted, highlighting the rich cultural heritage of Finland. The woman is adorned in an embroidered linen jacket and petticoat, complemented by a painted apron and decorated girdle. Her headdress, with its long tails flowing down to her heels, adds an element of elegance to her ensemble. A mock pearl necklace completes the look, adding a touch of sophistication. The artist behind this engraving is William Alexander, who skillfully captures the essence of Finnish tradition and fashion. His attention to detail brings out the beauty and intricacy of each element in the woman's costume. This print offers us a glimpse into 18th-century Finland and allows us to appreciate the unique style that was prevalent during summer festivals. It serves as a reminder of how clothing can be both functional and expressive of one's cultural identity. Overall, this enchanting artwork transports us back in time, inviting us to explore the fascinating world of Finnish fashion history.
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