The superlative collection of Mary Ireland
Cap with original ribbons, 1830 - 35. Mary Ireland Collection. I wish I could have met Mary Ireland. Luckily, I know someone who did! I...
From open robe to round gown? Late 18th Century dress in transition. Part 2
I hope that you have read Part 1 of this blog, and my comparison with Kelly's open robe and Nancy Bradfield's sketches of the same. Now...
From open robe to round gown? Late 18th Century dress in transition. Part 1
Dear Readers, We are about to embark on another adventure, this time examining a late 18th Century dress that appears to have been in the...
