LONDON: REGENT STREET. The London Season. Regent Street. Wood engraving, English, 1849
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LONDON: REGENT STREET. The London Season. Regent Street. Wood engraving, English, 1849
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1849 Carriage Side Walk Street Scene Top Hat Upper Class Victorian Regent Street
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This black and white wood engraving, titled "LONDON: REGENT STREET. The London Season" takes us back to the bustling streets of Victorian-era England in 1849. The scene depicts Regent Street, a renowned thoroughfare that has long been associated with elegance and sophistication. In this snapshot of time, we see men and women strolling along the sidewalk, dressed impeccably in their finest attire. The men sport top hats while the women don elegant dresses adorned with intricate details. Their presence exudes an air of refinement and opulence, hinting at their belonging to the middle or upper class. The street itself is alive with activity as horse-drawn carriages traverse its cobblestone pavement. These carriages serve as a reminder of transportation methods from a bygone era when horsepower was literal rather than metaphorical. As we gaze upon this historic print, it transports us back to an age where Regent Street was at the heart of London's social scene during what was known as "The London Season". This period marked a time when high society would come together for various events such as balls, concerts, and theater performances. With its meticulous detailing and evocative atmosphere, this wood engraving captures not only a moment frozen in time but also offers us a glimpse into the vibrant past of one of London's most iconic streets.
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