John Styles, “Clothing the North: The Supply of Non-Elite Clothing in the Eighteenth-Century North of England,” Textile History 25 (1994): 139–166;See J. Styles (1994) ‘Clothing the North; the supply of non-elite clothing in the eighteenth century north...
It has not been inhabited by the British Royal Family since the 18th century. The palace is 11.7 miles south west of Charing Cross and upstream of central London on the River Thames. It was originally built in 1514 for Cardinal Thomas Wolsey, a favourite of King Henry ...
The industrial revolution and the conversion of Great Britain into a major industrial, trade, and colonial power helped make London the world’s largest seaport and trade and finance center from the late 18th century. During the industrial revolution the center of British industry shifted to regions...
English politician and writer best known forLetters to His Son(1774), which portrays the ideal 18th-century gentleman. ches·ter·field (chĕs′tər-fēld′) n. 1.A single- or double-breasted overcoat, usually with concealed buttons and a velvet collar. ...
You’re never far from the past in the U.K.’s captivating capital. Discover a fascinating array of historic landmarks, from the medievalTower of Londonto the 18th-centurySt. Paul’s Cathedraland the iconicBuckingham Palace. These hallowed heritage sites mingle with gleaming modern skyscrapers ...
Two large ancestor portraits of a husband and wife painted in watercolour on silk date from the 18th century. There is a unique Chinese lacquerware table, made in the imperial workshops during the reign of Emperor Xuande. Examples of clothing are also displayed. One of the largest objects is...
The splendid 18th century buildings, in the idyllic setting of the tranquil village of Filkins, house the design studio, mill shop and gallery,…
Clothing and Fashion in the Jacobean Period Lesson Summary Frequently Asked Questions What was society like in the Jacobean era? Society was hierarchical, like a pyramid, with wealthy aristocrats at the top, merchants in the middle, and working class people and servants at the bottom. Gender ro...
1777). Portsmouth was well known as a center for the furniture trade in the 18th and 19th centuries and the society displays some exceptional examples of Portsmouth craftsmanship. The collection also includes portraits, glass ceramics, China trade wares, textiles, clothing, needlework and kitchenware...
Boswell's Life, along with other biographies, documented Johnson's behaviour and mannerisms in such detail that they have informed the posthumous diagnosis of Tourette syndrome, a condition not defined or diagnosed in the 18th century. After a series of illnesses, he died on the evening of 13...