Fashion Plate (French Ball Dress), 1820. Creator: John Bell

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Fashion Plate (French Ball Dress), 1820. Creator: John Bell

Fashion Plate (French Ball Dress), 1820

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1820s Ball Dress Ball Gown Ballgown Bell John Drinking Empire Gown Empire Line Evening Dress Fashion Plate Frock Garment Gown Hand Coloured Engraving On Paper John Bell Line Engraving Short Sleeved Short Sleeves Sleeve Sleeves Hairdressing Ladieswear Womens Wear Womenswear

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This stunning fashion plate, created by John Bell in 1820, showcases the elegance and sophistication of women's fashion during the early 19th century in Britain. The engraving, titled "French Ball Dress," depicts a fashionable lady dressed in an empire gown for an evening ball or social event. The empire line, a popular style during this period, is characterized by the dress's high waistline, which accentuates the natural curve of the woman's figure. The dress itself is short-sleeved and features a full, voluminous skirt that falls gracefully to the ground. The bodice is adorned with intricate, hand-colored floral patterns, adding an air of refinement and delicacy to the design. The lady's hair is styled in an elaborate, high-piled do, with curls cascading down her back and shoulders. She holds a glass of wine or champagne in her hand, suggesting the festive atmosphere of the occasion. This hand-colored engraving on paper is a testament to the artistic skill and attention to detail of the time. The meticulous shading and use of color bring the dress and its wearer to life, transporting us back to the opulent ballrooms and grand social gatherings of the 1820s. The fashion plate is now part of the permanent collection at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, where it continues to inspire and captivate audiences with its historic beauty and artistic merit.

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