Fashion Plate (Walking Dress), 1822. Creator: John Bell

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Fashion Plate (Walking Dress), 1822. Creator: John Bell

Fashion Plate (Walking Dress), 1822

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1820s Bell John Check Checked Chequered Empire Gown Empire Line Fashion Plate Flounced Skirt Frock Garment Gown Hand Coloured Engraving On Paper John Bell Line Engraving Plume Plumed Promenade Dress Skirt Walking Dress Ladieswear Womens Wear Womenswear

EDITORS COMMENTS
This stunning fashion plate, titled "Walking Dress" and created by John Bell in 1822, offers a captivating glimpse into the fashion trends of the early 19th century in Britain. The intricately detailed hand-colored engraving on paper showcases an elegant woman in a fashionable walking dress, complete with an empire gown and a flounced skirt. The empire line, a defining feature of the period, accentuates the wearer's waist and creates a flowing, graceful silhouette. The dress is adorned with a checkered, or chequered, pattern, which was a popular choice for country promenade dresses during this era. The hat, featuring a plume, adds a touch of sophistication and completes the outfit. The use of color, particularly the contrast between the dark background and the light dress, enhances the visual appeal of the image. This fashion plate, which is now part of the collection at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA), provides valuable insights into the fashion sensibilities of the time and serves as a testament to the artistic skill and creativity of John Bell. The intricate line engraving, combined with the hand-coloring, demonstrates the meticulous attention to detail that was characteristic of fashion plates during this period. Overall, this fashion plate is an invaluable resource for those interested in the history of fashion, textiles, and art from the 1820s in Britain.

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