The epitome of elegance, Edwardian interior style valued light-filled spaces, craftsmanship and elaborate textiles and patterns.
Elsie Cotton (1886 –1962),known professionally as Lily Elsie, was an English actress and singer during the Edwardian era. She was best known for her starring role in the London premiere of Franz Lehár's operetta The Merry Widow. Beginning as a child star in the 1890s, Elsie built her reputation in several successful Edwardian musical comedies before her great success in The Merry Widow, opening in 1907. Afterwards, she starred in several more successful operettas and musicals, including The Dollar Princess (1909), A Waltz Dream (1911) and The Count of Luxembourg (1911). Admired for her beauty and charm on stage, Elsie became one of the most photographed women of Edwardian times. The Gibson Girl: an iconic representation of the beautiful and independent Euro-American woman at the turn of the 20th century. ABOUT GIBSON GIRLS: The drawings of American society by Charles Dana Gibson (1867-1944) defined the age contemporaneously and retrospectively from the 1890s through the early 1900s. His images of women, in particular, were so influential on the development of the American feminine style that the term "Gibson Girls" became part of the lexicon. The Gibson Girl was the personification of the feminine ideal of physical attractiveness. To the artist, she represented a composite of “thousands of American girls.” The Gibson girl’s neck and waist were thin, and her hair piled high upon her head in the contemporary bouffant, pompadour, and chignon fashions. ABOUT THE CARDS: The image on this card is made from a high-resolution digital file, and is printed using Pigment Based Inks and Archival Paper, and is Suitable for framing. Note Cards (Size A6 - 4.5 X 6.25 inches) and Postcards (5X7 inches) are made with premium quality inks on heavyweight, acid-free, archival material with a matte surface. The life of the ink is over 200 years when properly displayed or stored. Note card includes an envelope made of recycled paper and a protective cellophane sleeve. ABOUT THE PRINTS: Our prints are created as Fine Art Giclee' Prints and are suitable for framing. The image is printed full frame on 5X7 or 8.5X11 acid-free, archival, heavy-weight material created to duplicate photographic papers of the era. The life of the ink is over 200 years when properly stored or displayed. We provide a protective plastic sleeve. If you want the image on some other material, or in a larger size, please ask, and we will do our best to accommodate you. If you need precise sizing, please let us know and we will accommodate you at no additional charge. "Full-Frame" gives you the entire image with white border, sized to fit inside your frame. "Crop to Fit" means we will crop the image as needed to the size and shape of your frame opening. You may lose some of the original image. Our prints are skillfully produced by Robert Griffen, Gryphon Graphyx in Portland, Oregon. Griff is an award-winning photographer from Portland, Oregon. His Work has been seen here and there, and his friends say he is really good at this. Please buy his prints so he can pay his electric bill. SHIPPING & HANDLING: Shipping is FREE for orders over $35. In the US, Note Cards and small prints will ship First Class for economy. International Shipping will be Priority Mail or First Class, depending upon cost and security issues. Shipping Upgrade to Priority Express Mail - USA Only
Methods of Furnishing The Hire-Purchasing System, wherein the buyer paid for their furnishings on an installment plan (rather like Rent-a-Center). The Stock Furnishing System, wherein the buyer too…
Edwardian tips on how to be be graceful and why you should exercise to become more graceful.
With the Edwardian era, which lasted from 1900 to 1912, came many life improvements that we still use today, such as electricity, cars, and vacuum cleaners. Still, it has also given us a fair share of bizarre facts, most of them concerning women.
The favorite hairstyle of Edwardian Gibson Girls was the pompadour hairstyle. They wore it as an everyday hairstyle and for formal events.
Compared to Queen Victoria's long 63-year-and-seven-month reign, the Edwardian era is the mere blink of an eye. The Edwardian Era lasted just nine years, from
An Edwardian hallway is arguably that bit easier to decorate than a Victorian one.
The 1900s, known as both the Edwardian era and La Belle Époque was a beautiful era for dresses. The invention of the "health corset," later called the S-blend corset, altered the shape of women's 1900s dresses from flat and vertical to curvy. The bust was thrust forward, the back curved inward, and the hips rounded.
It adds a kitchen, dining area, and living space that form an L-shape around a patio and a pool.
The Edwardian era is my favorite historical era at the moment 😀 and also the era I know the most about. I try to make all my Edwardian clothes as historically accurate as possible using Edwardian sewing techniques. So I thought I’d write a list about popular Edwardian sewing details and why they were used. … Continue reading 10 Edwardian Sewing Details + Why They Were Used →
Compared to Queen Victoria's long 63-year-and-seven-month reign, the Edwardian era is the mere blink of an eye. The Edwardian Era lasted just nine years, from
New upcoming costume dramas & period films to air in 2016. Movies, television miniseries set in the Edwardian era in England & elsewhere. Film release dates.
Follow this simple and healthy 12-step morning routine from the Victorian and Edwardian era for a beautiful glowing skin! 12-Step Morning Routine – Victorian & Edwardian Beauty Get Up Early ‘Sunrise, in January or June, and she is not up! This will never serve a candidate for beauty. […] By all means, if one must … Continue reading 12-Step Morning Routine – Victorian & Edwardian Beauty →
It adds a kitchen, dining area, and living space that form an L-shape around a patio and a pool.
'Greatest Game In The World- His Move' by Charles Dana Gibson is a 1906 original, printed on both sides. It measures 16.5" x 11" overall and it's in nice condition too. This charming couple is smooth and flat, captured in classic crisp basic black and creamy off-white. 'A Castle In The Air'' is featured on the reverse side. You may have a tough time deciding which fabulous side to frame. Charles Dana Gibson, Greatest Game In The World- His Move 1906 Gibson Girls Vintage Edwardian Era Fashion Illustration For Framing 'Greatest Game In The World- His Move' by the Gilded Age's darling; Charles Dana Gibson is a 1906 original, printed on both sides. It measures 16.5" x 11" overall; It's smooth and flat, captured in classic crisp basic black and creamy off-white. Nice condition. Matted, framed, and displayed as a gallery grouping, these fab antique portfolio prints are simply spectacular. (Please note that the framed examples in the last photos are to show how this might look when it's matted and framed. Your original Gibson Girl print will come to you unmatted and unframed.) Charles Dana Gibson (1867?- 1944) was an American illustrator best known for his creation of the Gibson Girl, an iconic representation of the beautiful and independent Euro-American woman at the turn of the 20th century. His wife, Irene Langhorne, and her four sisters inspired his images. He published his illustrations in Life magazine and other major national publications for more than 30 years, becoming editor in 1918 and later owner of the general interest magazine. Peddling his pen-and-ink sketches, Gibson sold his first work in 1886 to Life magazine, founded by John Ames Mitchell and Andrew Miller. It featured general interest articles, humor, illustrations, and cartoons. His works appeared weekly in the popular national magazine for more than 30 years. He quickly built a wider reputation, with his drawings being featured in all the major New York publications, including Harper's Weekly, Scribners, and Collier's. His illustrated books include the 1898 editions of Anthony Hope's The Prisoner of Zenda and its sequel Rupert of Hentzau as well as Richard Harding Davis' Gallegher and Other Stories. Gibson's illustrations include pictures of everyday people and neighbors, sketches, and often humorous cartoons. Surrender Dorothy offers an over-the-top array of unusual, affordable, and ever-so-very frame-worthy vintage and antique prints, maps, ads, diagrams, posters, lithos, engravings, charts, and illustrations of all descriptions to adorn every room in your happy home. Terrific vintage art finds to fancy up your workplace too. Our entire inventory moves very quickly and fresh selections are added each day. Please be sure to bookmark our shop and check back to visit us often so you don't miss any of our latest discoveries. I'll send this antique gem to you First Class Mail by way of those nice folks at the USPS rolled protected in a rigid mailing tube. =================================================== Other works by Charles Dana Gibson may be seen here: http://www.etsy.com/shop/surrenderdorothy/search?search_query=charles+gibson ==================================================== Our entire collection of Edwardian-era art listings may be viewed here: http://www.etsy.com/shop/surrenderdorothy/search?search_query=Edwardian ==================================================== Take a peek at our HUGE collection of black and white art here: http://www.etsy.com/shop/surrenderdorothy/search?search_query=black+white ==================================================== All things American are here: http://www.etsy.com/shop/surrenderdorothy/search?search_query=USA ********************************************************* Please View Our Shop Policies Here: http://www.etsy.com/shop/SurrenderDorothy/policy?ref=shopinfo_policies_leftnav
Charles Dana Gibson Youth and Age 1906 Gibson Girls Vintage Edwardian Era Fashion Illustration For Framing ''Youth and Age' by the Gilded Age's darling; Charles Dana Gibson is a 1906 original, printed on both sides. It measures 16.5" x 11" overall and it's in nice condition too. It's smooth and flat, captured in classic crisp basic black and creamy off-white. Matted, framed and displayed as a gallery grouping, these fab antique portfolio prints are simply spectacular. (Please note that the framed examples in the last photos are to show how this might look when it's matted and framed. Your original Gibson Girl print will come to you unmatted and unframed.) Charles Dana Gibson (1867?- 1944) was an American illustrator best known for his creation of the Gibson Girl, an iconic representation of the beautiful and independent Euro-American woman at the turn of the 20th century. His wife, Irene Langhorne, and her four sisters inspired his images. He published his illustrations in Life magazine and other major national publications for more than 30 years, becoming editor in 1918 and later owner of the general interest magazine. Peddling his pen-and-ink sketches, Gibson sold his first work in 1886 to Life magazine, founded by John Ames Mitchell and Andrew Miller. It featured general interest articles, humor, illustrations, and cartoons. His works appeared weekly in the popular national magazine for more than 30 years. He quickly built a wider reputation, with his drawings being featured in all the major New York publications, including Harper's Weekly, Scribners and Collier's. His illustrated books include the 1898 editions of Anthony Hope's The Prisoner of Zenda and its sequel Rupert of Hentzau as well as Richard Harding Davis' Gallegher and Other Stories. Gibson's illustrations include pictures of everyday people and neighbors, sketches and often humorous cartoons. Surrender Dorothy offers an over-the-top array of unusual, affordable, and ever-so-very frame-worthy vintage and antique prints, maps, ads, diagrams, posters, lithos, engravings, charts, and illustrations of all descriptions to adorn every room in your happy home. Terrific vintage art finds to fancy up your workplace too. Our entire inventory moves very quickly and fresh selections are added each day. Please be sure to bookmark our shop and check back to visit us often so you don't miss any of our latest discoveries. I'll send this antique gem to you First Class Mail by way of those nice folks at the USPS rolled protected in a rigid mailing tube. =================================================== Other works by Charles Dana Gibson may be seen here: http://www.etsy.com/shop/surrenderdorothy/search?search_query=charles+gibson ==================================================== Our entire collection of Edwardian-era art listings may be viewed here: http://www.etsy.com/shop/surrenderdorothy/search?search_query=Edwardian ==================================================== Take a peek at our HUGE collection of black and white art here: http://www.etsy.com/shop/surrenderdorothy/search?search_query=black+white ==================================================== All things American are here: http://www.etsy.com/shop/surrenderdorothy/search?search_query=USA ********************************************************* Please View Our Shop Policies Here: http://www.etsy.com/shop/SurrenderDorothy/policy?ref=shopinfo_policies_leftnav
The economic transformations of the Industrial Revolution in the 19th century brought about further changes in men's and women's roles. Work was less likely to be done in the home, as fewer and fewer Americans lived on farms, and men left the home to work in offices and factories. Men assumed sole responsibility for the financial support of the family, becoming the breadwinners, a term coined in the early 19th century. Married women were not supposed to work for wages, and were considered too pure and innocent to be out in the working world. Women were supposed to devote themselves to domestic duties, and children were seen as young innocents who needed a mother's protection. Fathers had less and less to do with raising their children. Although the 19th-century ideal held that married women were not supposed to work, women did contribute to the family's well-being. Wealthy women planned formal dinners, balls, and other social gatherings that were crucial to their husbands' political and business success. Middle-class women sewed for what they called pin money, small amounts that frequently balanced the family budget. Married women in the middle and working classes took in boarders, sold hot lunches or pastries to neighbors, and saved money by doing their own baking, brewing, gardening, and other chores. It was also common in middle- and working-class families for sons to be sent to school, while their teenage sisters supported this schooling by working in a factory, teaching in elementary schools, or taking in sewing. Such work was considered acceptable as long as it was either done in the house or by unmarried young women. Many 19th-century American families did not fit into this nuclear family ideal, as it was expensive. High housing costs meant more people than just the nuclear family often lived under one roof. Extended families, including grandparents and other relatives, were most numerous in the mid-19th century. Immigrants clung to traditional extended-family forms, and poorer families often included grandparents, grandchildren, and sometimes aunts and uncles in order to maximize sources of income and save on rent. Check out these amazing photos below to see how did everyday life of people in their houses in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
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When embarking on an Edwardian era sewing project, it is critical to look at fabrics, colors, and textures to re-create the most authentic outfit possible. Prior to 1910, finding color illustrations or swatches of fabrics is very difficult. My collection is growing, but heavily favors the late teens when color printing was more economical. The
The Purity Series draws inspiration from the luxurious and soft European dressing styles of the early 20th-century Edwardian era. Delicate lace, beautiful embroidered edges, and soft silk complement each other, showcasing the gentle and pure power of femininity. Made from 100% Mulberry Silk Swarovski crystal Clothing Length 28.3 28.8 29.8 Trousers Waist Hip Trousers Length S 68.5 96 29.5 M 72.5 100 30.5 L 76.5 104 31.5
Bermuda fagoting - aka three-sided stitch & Point Turc - is a decorative embroidery stitch which was popular in the Edwardian era.
Bermuda fagoting - aka three-sided stitch & Point Turc - is a decorative embroidery stitch which was popular in the Edwardian era.
Displacement Of The Womb Salvaged from a fascinating falling-to-pieces medical book from 1906, Surrender Dorothy was able to salvage some of the more astounding bits just for you and your art! Check out this very unusual original medical chart from 1908 entitled "Displacement Of The Womb." It measures 7" x 10" overall and is in great condition; lightly tanned with firm edges and corners. Very odd stuff. Matted, framed, and displayed as a gallery grouping, these wonderful old black and white human anatomy book charts are simply spectacular. (Please note that the framed examples in the last photo are to show how this might look when it's framed. Your print will come to you unmatted and unframed.) Surrender Dorothy offers an over-the-top array of unusual frame-worthy vintage and antique prints, maps, charts and illustrations of every description to adorn each room in your happy home. Terrific vintage art finds for your workplace too. Our inventory moves very quickly and fresh selections are added each day, Please be sure to bookmark our shop and check back to visit us often so you don't miss any of our latest discoveries. I'll send this to you First Class Mail by way of those nice folks at the USPS packed flat and protected in a rigid mailer. ================================================= View our other vintage Human Anatomy listings here: http://www.etsy.com/shop/surrenderdorothy/search?search_query=anatomy ================================================= Our vintage gallery of Lovely Ladies may be viewed here: http://www.etsy.com/shop/surrenderdorothy/search?search_query=woman ================================================== View our entire collection of all things Edwardian here: http://www.etsy.com/shop/surrenderdorothy/search?search_query=edwardian ================================================== We have lots of unusual antique and vintage black and white prints and charts to choose from. You'll want to check them all out; just click here: http://www.etsy.com/shop/surrenderdorothy/search?search_query=black+white ********************************************************* Please View Our Shop Policies Here: http://www.etsy.com/shop/SurrenderDorothy/policy?ref=shopinfo_policies_leftnav
Bermuda fagoting - aka three-sided stitch & Point Turc - is a decorative embroidery stitch which was popular in the Edwardian era.
