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Linen-Draper 1827
A young woman feels the quality of the fabric before deciding whether to purchase it from the linen draper. Date: 1827
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Media ID 14282951
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1827 Bonnet Deciding Draper Fabric Feels Linen Purchase Quality
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
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21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 34.2cm x 53.3cm (13.5" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
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.
A Moment of Decision - The Linen Draper's Shop, 1827
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative image from 1827, a young woman stands before a linen draper's display, her gloved hand gently brushing the smooth surface of a length of fabric. The air in the shop is thick with the scent of fresh linen, mingling with the faint aroma of beeswax and the faintest hint of lavender. The woman's empire waist dress and bonnet are a testament to the fashionable trends of the time, while her thoughtful expression reveals the importance of her decision. Linen was a staple fabric in the 19th century, used for clothing, tablecloths, and bed linens. Drapers, like the one depicted in this photograph, played a crucial role in the textile trade, providing high-quality fabrics to customers seeking to make informed purchases. The woman's careful examination of the fabric, her fingers tracing its weave and texture, speaks to the importance of tactile experience in the shopping process. The shop itself is a bustling hive of activity, with other customers browsing the shelves and racks, and the draper's assistants attending to their needs. The shelves are filled with bolts of fabric in various colors and patterns, while the display cases showcase finished garments and accessories. The atmosphere is lively and social, a reflection of the vibrant textile trade that thrived in this period. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the simple act of purchasing fabric was a significant event. It reminds us of the importance of touch, of the connection between the consumer and the object, and of the rich history of textile production and trade that has shaped our world.
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