Fauntleroy Dress 1889
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Fauntleroy Dress 1889
Cavalier costume (a style that pre-dates the 1886 Hodgson Burnett novel): velvet tunic & knickerbockers, lace falling collar & cuffs, sash with bow on one hip & buckle shoes. Date: 1889
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1886 1889 Aesthetic Buckle Burnett Cavalier Cuffs Dates Falling Fauntleroy Hodgson Knickerbockers Lace Oscar Sash Shoes Tunic Velvet Wilde
EDITORS COMMENTS
This enchanting photograph captures the essence of childhood elegance and nostalgia, as it presents a young boy dressed in the Fauntleroy Cavalier costume of 1889. Pre-dating the popularization of this style by Frances Hodgson Burnett's novel "Little Lord Fauntleroy," published in 1886, this charming outfit includes a velvet tunic with long sleeves and a pointed collar, knickerbockers, lace falling collar and cuffs, a sash with a bow on one hip, and buckle shoes. The boy's expression is filled with both confidence and innocence, as he poses with a picturesque backdrop, evoking the aesthetic sensibilities of the late Victorian era. The Fauntleroy Cavalier costume was inspired by the traditional Spanish-Italian attire and was a popular choice for boys' clothing during the late 19th century. The velvet fabric, intricate lace details, and the sash with a bow were all elements that added to the allure and charm of this style. The buckle shoes, with their distinctive buckles and laces, completed the look, making it a must-have for any fashionable young boy. The influence of the Fauntleroy Cavalier costume can be seen in various forms of art and literature of the time, including the works of Oscar Wilde, who was known for his appreciation of the aesthetic movement. This photograph is a beautiful reminder of the enduring appeal of this classic style and the sense of wonder and enchantment it brought to children's clothing during the late Victorian era.
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