Jane austen portrait

Detail of a portrait of Marcia Fox, by Sir William Beechey Remembering Ribbons Series ~ The Regency Era (1811-1820) The Regency era embraced these lovely lines of silk, velvet and satin in every aspect of their feminine dress… In fact, the popularity of the ribbon was one of the catalysts of the Industrial Revolution which took place between 1750 and 1850. Picot Edge Ribbon (Photo Source) In 1813, the picot-edged ribbon enjoyed the stage in the Regency Era for two solid years. Picking…

It is a truth universally acknowledged that the Prince Regent was better known for his personal life than his eye for literary talent, but he did become the first person to buy a Jane Austen novel.

It’s Jane Austen day today, she was born 240 years ago today. So in honor of her, a Regency-themed inspiration post. And because Christmas Holidays are nearly here, some lovely winter and chr…

Miniature portrait of Jane Austen (1775-1817) | The Morgan Library & Museum

Photos for Jane Austen. photo 297659 portrait of Jane Austen by her sister, Cassandra Austen and photo 4030874

Jane Austen wrote most of her novels during the English Regency period, a time of upheaval and changing cultural mores - changes that could be seen in the new fashions of the era, which harked back to the classical elegance of the ancient world...

The Rice Portrait is the only oil painting of Jane Austen in existence. Disputed for many years, this painting of Jane Austen by Ozias Humphry, painted in 1789, is now proved to be correct. All that remains is for the painting to be officially authenticated as Jane Austen.

December 16, 1775: Beloved author Jane Austen is born. Jane Austen and her work, both literary and needle, continue to fascinate.

Brief biography of Jane Austen (1775-1817) the British author best known for Pride and Prejudice, Sense and Sensibility, and Emma.

It is a truth universally acknowledged that marriage isn’t always in the cards.