Fine Art Print : Mother and Child 1809
Fine Art Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
Mother and Child 1809
Fashionable mourning dress. The womans gown is decorated with vandyking at the neckline & edge of the sleeves. The childs dress has a square neckline with lace tucker. Date: 1809
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Media ID 14277268
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1809 Amphora Candle Distracted Edge Gown Lace Melancholy Mourning Neckline Regency Sleeves Stand Tucker Vandyking Fashionable
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the timeless beauty of art with our exquisite selection from the Media Storehouse range of Fine Art Prints. This captivating image, titled "Mother and Child 1809," showcases the fashionable mourning attire of the era, with the woman's gown adorned with intricate vandyke decorations at the neckline and edge of the sleeves. The child's dress, with its simple square neckline and delicate lace tucker, adds to the poignant scene. Travel back in time with this stunning piece from Mary Evans Prints Online, and bring a touch of history and elegance to your home or office.
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.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 53.3cm (14" 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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures the somber mood of mourning in the early 19th century, as depicted in Mary Evans Prints Online's "Mother and Child 1809." The fashionably dressed woman, in a mourning gown, gazes off into the distance with a melancholic expression, her eyes glistening with unshed tears. Her gown, a symbol of her grief, is adorned with intricate vandyking at the neckline and edge of the sleeves, adding an air of elegance and refinement to her attire. The young child, dressed in a simple square-necked gown with a lace tucker, stands beside her mother, holding onto the amphora-shaped candlestick stand. The child's gaze is fixed on the ground, reflecting the solemnity of the moment. The use of the candlestick stand, a common mourning accessory during this time, adds to the overall sense of mourning and remembrance. This print, dated 1809, is a prime example of Regency-era fashion and the importance placed on dressing appropriately during periods of mourning. The woman's gown, with its fashionable vandyking details, demonstrates the delicate balance between grief and fashion during this time period. The image is a poignant reminder of the deep emotional connection between a mother and child, even in the face of loss. The muted colors and soft lighting in the print further enhance the melancholic atmosphere, creating a hauntingly beautiful image that is both timeless and evocative. The distressed texture of the print adds to its antique charm, making it a must-have for any collection of historical fashion or mourning-themed artwork.
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