Charles dana gibson

Charles Dana Gibson (September 14, 1867 December 23, 1944) was an American graphic artist, best known for his creation of the Gibson Girl, an iconic representation of the beautiful and independent American woman at the turn of the 20th century. His wife, Irene Langhorne, and her four beautiful sis

The Project Gutenberg eBook of Gibson, by AUTHOR.

Annabelle Whitford & The Gibson Girl, the idealization of women at the turn of the century, featuring Annabelle, Evelyn Nesbit, Camille Clifford & Mrs. Gibson

The Gibson Girl of the late 19th century. (Charles Dana Gibson)

Friend? We recently attended an elegant dinner party at a friend's home. Beyond lovely flowers, food, and beverages, was the even lovelier crowd. Upon arriving we joined an intriguing mix of people from the fashion world. High society types, handsome Italians, purveyors of luxury, and business titans. Foe? Prior to arrival I had prepared myself for a long evening of posturing. During cocktails that's exactly what happened. The frequent name droppings and chi chi bon mots filled the room like…

Reflections of a Gilded Age: The Illustration Portfolios of Charles Dana Gibson Charles Dana Gibson (1867-1944) was among best-known illustrators at the turn of last century, creator of the famous “Gibson Girl” look that epitomized women of the refined upper classes during the period known as the Gilded Age. He rose to fame as the chronicler of America’s nouveau riche from the 1890s into the first decade of the twentieth century. The nearly 100 illustrations in this project have been scanned…

Fashion history is integral part of what we do and it never fails to fascinate us. Although much of fashion can have interesting subtleties and nuances, at its core is that fashion reflects the zei…