Tag Archives: 1800s

Jessica Spencer: Not So Sweet Maria

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LOVE UNDER MISTAKEN IDENTITY. The ton calls her Sweet Maria and, even in her fourth Season, eligibles continue to offer her marriage. They do not Continue →

Regency Pastimes: Pictorial Cards

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Appearing in the March 1818 issue of Ackermann’s Repository, this plate of pictorial cards shows the thoughtful symbolism that could be employed in a deck Continue →

Regency Fashion: Carriage and Evening Dresses

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A bit later than typical fashion features, I found this lovely plate from March 1828’s Ladys’ Monthly Museum that I couldn’t resist sharing. I adore the added Continue →