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Female costume in the reign of Henry VIII after Holbein
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Female costume in the reign of Henry VIII after Holbein
King Charles II with his spaniels. From a print of a young Charles dining in Whitehall.. Handcolored engraving from Civil Costume of England from the Conquest to the Present Period drawn by Charles Martin and etched by Leopold Martin, London, Henry Bohn, 1842. The costumes were drawn from tapestries, monumental effigies, illuminated manuscripts and portraits. Charles and Leopold Martin were the sons of the romantic artist and mezzotint engraver John Martin (1789-1854)
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Conquest Etched Leopold Martin Present Stockings Tunic 14th
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This print depicts a female figure in the elegant and ornate costume fashionable during the reign of Henry VIII, as rendered by the skilled hands of Charles and Leopold Martin. The image is derived from a print of a young King Charles II dining in Whitehall, and is a testament to the rich historical detail that can be gleaned from studying the art and artifacts of the past. The female figure is dressed in a decorative tunic, the bodice of which is adorned with intricate patterns and embellishments. She wears a fitted cap, the brim of which is trimmed with ermine fur, adding a touch of luxury and grandeur to her attire. Her stockings are also adorned with delicate designs, and she holds a fan in one hand, adding a refined and feminine touch to the ensemble. The Martin brothers, Charles and Leopold, were renowned artists and engravers of the 19th century. Their work, which included this illustration of Civil Costume of England from the Conquest to the Present Period, was drawn from a diverse range of sources, including tapestries, monumental effigies, illuminated manuscripts, and portraits. Their meticulous attention to detail and commitment to historical accuracy resulted in stunning and authentic depictions of the fashions of various periods in English history. This handcolored engraving is a fascinating glimpse into the rich and intricate world of Tudor fashion, and serves as a reminder of the enduring allure of historical costume and the importance of preserving and studying the art and artifacts of the past.
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