Walking Dress print
1813
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1813
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This print shows a woman in a long dress, with details like flowers and lace. The dress is colorful and intricate, with a big hat and a parasol. This fashion plate is interesting because it was annotated by Ellen Terry, an actress who liked to design her own stage costumes. To learn more about similar prints, check out the technique of chiaroscuro.
