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Girl with poppies
Front cover of the Illustrated London News Christmas Number, 1907. A young woman in medieval costume, but looking decidely Edwardian, holds a bunch of poppies and stares out intensely at the viewer. Perhaps shes off to a fancy dress party. Date: 1907
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Anachronism Anachronistic Blush Blushing Bunch Demure Fancy News Poppies Poppy Romantic Stare Stares Staring Strapless 1907 Intensely
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A Vision of the Past: The Enchanting Edwardian Girl with Poppies (Illustrated London News Christmas Number, 1907) The captivating image on the front cover of the Illustrated London News Christmas Number from 1907 presents a young woman in an anachronistic blend of medieval and Edwardian styles, holding a bouquet of poppies and gazing intently at the viewer. Dressed in a flowing, strapless gown reminiscent of medieval attire, yet adorned with delicate Edwardian details, her hair styled in an elegant, demure updo, she exudes an air of both mystery and allure. The poppies she clutches in her hand add an additional layer of intrigue to the scene, as the vibrant red flowers are not only symbolic of the medieval period but also hold significant meaning in the early 1900s. Poppies were often associated with romance and the passing of time, making this image a perfect representation of the romantic, nostalgic spirit of the Christmas season during this era. As the young woman stares out at us with a blushing, intense expression, it's impossible not to be drawn into her world. The anachronistic blend of medieval and Edwardian styles serves as a reminder of the enduring nature of fashion and the cyclical patterns that shape our history. This image, preserved in the Illustrated London News Christmas Number from 1907, continues to enchant and intrigue us over a century later.
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