Here's a little collection of 18th century paintings that depicts clothes that are a bit unusual and interesting. First of is this wonderful portrait. Isn't it amazing? An old woman portrayed with dignity and beauty. I also find her cap interesting. I can't recall any other 18th century portrait with such a peak down the forehead. Portrait of An Old Woman by Balthasar Denner (or possibly Christian Seybold), probably the first half of the 18th century Plaid isn't all that common on 18th century portraits, but they crop up from time to time. I really like the kitchen maid's plaid apron, but her spotted caracao even more. Not to mention the colour combination. I think I need this outfit! Plucking the Turkey by Henry Walton, 1776 This girl was a member of the Moravian church. Click on the link for more paintings of Moravian women, they have a rather distinct front-laced bodice that you can't see here because of the neckerchief. This girl is the only one in plaid, though. Young Moravian Girl by Johann Valentin Haidt , painted before 1780 A Scottish lady of a Jacobite inclination, so her choice of fabric for her riding habit is not so surprising. Portrait of a Jacobite Lady by Cosmo Alexander, 1745-50s This fabric in her brunswick is just gorgeous! I wouldn't mind getting my mitts on something like that. Princess Frederika Sophia Wilhelmina of Orange by Johann Georg Ziesenis, 1768-69 After plaids it feels natural to progress to stripes. Maria Luisa de Parma, later Queen of Spain by Laurent Pecheux, 1765 A very clever use of the fabric here, I think. Infanta Maria Josefa de Borbon by Giusseppe Bonito, 1758-59 And last of fabric patterns; flowers. Foliage crazy, anyone? Victoire of France by Jean-Marc Nattier, mid-18th century I scanned this picture several years ago from a book and I'm sorry that the quality is so bad. I have never seen this kind of buttoned shirt on an 18th century woman anywhere else. The painting belong to Nationalmuseum in Sweden, but the catalouge entry is without picture. Brita Christina Appelbom by Georg Desmarées, painted before 1757 This is clearly a regional costume, Strasbourg to be exact. The hat is truly in a category in itself and the stays are interesting in itself. La Belle Strasbourgeoise by Nicolas de Largillière, 1703 Does anyone know anything more about this rather curious layering? To me it looks like a chemise, probably stays, a (padded?) jacket with another jacket, or gown, laced over it. I think it is pretty and it ought to add warmth. I know I have seen more paintings than the two here and I think all have been French. Seems to me to be a bit too practical to be just an artist's imaginatiopn so I am apt to think it was an actual fashion, but perhaps a rather regional one. Portrait of Mlle Lavergne, the niece of the artist by Jean-Etienne Liotard, 1746 Portrait of a young lady with a courtly letter in hand by Jean-Baptiste Mallet This one is interesting just because ot the complete dissarray of hair and clothes. Especially the hair as it gives a glimpse on how hair was arranged. The Broken Mirror by Jean-Baptiste Greuze, 1763 There are several extant examples of stays with tie-on sleeves. Here is a somewhat rarer example on them in a painting. Detail from Women Working on Pillow Lace by Giacomo Ceruti, 1720s
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This rare hand painted bowl was made by Spode in the late 18th/early 19th century and has a wide shallow form with lobed walls. The bowl has been finished in the colorful Chrysanthemum pattern and features large cobalt blue leaves along with a fleur-de-lis and stylized lotus blossom, all of which have been accented with gilt paint. The decoration includes blue, purple, pink, gold and orange flowers with scattered green and orange leaves, all of which surround a pink and white scallop shell edged in cobalt and gilt at the center. The pattern has an intricate background consisting of a series of small gold circles on a white ground. The bowl is rimmed in a mustard color above an olive band with gilt shapes. The bowl is in very good condition with no cracks or repairs. As an antique, the piece shows appropriate signs of age including a small chip to the rim, minor wear to the gilding and a few light scratches to the interior, all of which are mentioned for accuracy. It should also be noted that there is a slightly raised oval area on the rim that is glazed and appears to be related to production. The underside of the piece bears the hand painted number "1694" along with the letter "C" and a symbol. The bowl stands 2" tall and is 9.5" across the mouth. This unusual antique Spode Chrysanthemum bowl displays beautifully and would be a wonderful addition to an existing collection of pieces in the Chrysanthemum pattern, or works equally well as a stand alone decorative accent. A truly lovely piece! Please note that due to the value of this listing, the bowl will be fully insured and shipped with signature on delivery. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ To see my complete collection of fine antiques and quality vintage pieces, please view the contents of my shop at BirneyCreek.etsy.com Thanks! # 112603949
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Ballinlough Castle County Westmeath Ireland has been home to the Nugent family for over 400 years. The 17th century Georgian castle was sensitively refreshed by Todhunter Earle Interiors when the current occupants took over the house.
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Antique Edwardian style carved walnut extension refectory dining table. Item features finely carved hairy paw feet, carved acanthus knees, banded top, pull-out extensions. Base of table is solid carved wood and top and leaves appear to be a burl wood veneer over solid wood, circa early 1900s, possibly English. Measurements: 31" H x 72" W (closed) x approx 130" W (open) x 38" D.
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Elizabethan Manor house, situated in the unspoilt Suffolk countryside, within a beautiful 300 acre park.
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It feels like ages since we visited Hidcote gardens near Chipping Camden in The Cotswolds, but it was only three months ago. Our two youngest daughters, who are twenty and eighteen years old, joined us. The attraction of a croquet set on the lawn and a tennis court they could use, was hard to resist. So while my husband and I enjoyed the impressive gardens at leisure, our two daughters were working up a sweat. I loved Hidcote! It is one of the best gardens I have seen so far. It was originally made by Lawrence Johnston, an American garden enthusiast, in the Arts and Crafts style. Yew, holly & beech hedges define a series of garden rooms, like the white garden and fuchsia garden. There are fountains, a lovely folly with beautiful murals, a kitchen garden, a meadow of wild flowers and amazing views over the Vale of Evesham. When you haven't visited yet, you should. I think I may even prefer it over Sissinghurst! I came home with lots of ideas for planting schemes. Which garden impressed you most? Happpy weekend! LOVE, Madelief x
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