Hello, my lovelies! It's been quite some time since I posted a Regency Wednesday post on this blog, so I thought it was long past due. With that in mind, I went searching through some Regency periodicals, looking for an interesting tidbit to share. I believe the following qualifies as interesting... 

When one mentions "steam," one often thinks of the Victorian Era, rather than the Regency. So, of course, I had to share this interesting little article about a steam yacht in 1819. 

From the clipping:
"This yacht is the property of several gentlemen, zealous to promote the success of the application of steam as the propelling power to vessels... Her construction was planned by Mr. Maudesley, the engineer, under whose indefatigable exertions she has been completed and has become a vessel highly interesting, on account of her scientific excellencies, her great accommodation, and her peculiar beauty."*

This short piece mostly focuses on the appearance, rather than the benefits of steam-powered travel. Not really surprising, considering Ackermann's was mostly aimed at ladies, or at the very least, was mostly read by ladies. Naturally, it would be assumed at the time that ladies would be more interested in the accommodations and the appearance rather than the science behind steam power. (Or I've totally missed the point, which wouldn't be the first time. lol) Whatever the original author's intent, it's still an interesting little glimpse. ☺

So what do you think? Let us know in the comments below! ♥

*Clipped from Ackermann's Repository, August 1819, p. 63-4. Get the Google e-book HERE. 

Hello, my lovelies! It's Wednesday and that, of course, means it's time for another Regency Wednesday post. It's been a while since we've pored over gorgeous clothes, so let's take a look at some Regency fashion. ♥

  Plate 19.—Morning Dress.
  A loose robe of fine cambric or worked jaconot muslin, over a petticoat of the same, flounced with French trimming; long full sleeve, confined at the wrist with treble drawings, and ornamented with corresponding trimming. The robe, or négligé, of demi-length, is confined at the top by a narrow collar, or gathered into a Vandyke ruff, and is worn with a coloured silk handkerchief, tied carelessly round the neck, and is fastened down the front with bows and tassels. A mob cap, composed of net and Brussels lace, decorated with a cluster of flowers, and bows of satin ribbon. Hair curled in the neck. Slippers or sandals of pale tan-coloured kid. Gloves en suite.*

*Taken verbatim from Ackermann's Repository, 1815, p. 242. Get the Google e-book HERE.

I just love the bird. I think it's time for me to do some research into Regency pets. What do you think? 

As always, thank you for stopping by. Have a lovely day! ♥

Hello, again, my lovelies! Wednesday's here mean a Regency themed post. For today's post, let's take a look at The Old Bailey. I clipped an image from the June 1814 edition of Ackermann's Repository. There's quite a lengthy description too, but I've not included all that here. Enjoy! ♥ 

 The Sessions-House, separated from Newgate by a tolerably spacious yard, though not an inelegant modern building, is not equal to what a stranger would expect to find in the criminal court of the metropolis of a rich and mighty empire. It is built of stone and brick, the entrance being in the front which faces the prison. Here sessions are held eight times in the year for the trial of offences committed in London or the county of Middlesex, before three of the twelve judges, the lord mayor, the aldermen in rotation, and the recorder. The sheriffs also in general attend. The juries are composed of householders for offences committed in the city, and of freeholders and leaseholders in Middlesex for the county."*

It goes on for a few pages after that, explaining the history of the Sessions House and then going into some detail about Newgate Prison. And as is the case with many historical writings (and modern, lol), the author puts a bit of his own opinion into it. All in all, interesting reading.

Thanx for stopping by! Have a lovely week! 

*Taken verbatim from Ackermann's Repository, June 1814, p. 345. Get the Google e-book HERE. 

While perusing the 1815 edition of Ackermann's, I stumbled across this delightful window. I just adore this color! So of course, I had to share. 

  "The manufacture of silks on which devices are interwoven in gradation of tints, and in the way which is termed shot, in harmony with the colour of the ground, afford a tasteful material for the furniture of the drawing-room and the boudoir. It is introduced in the plate for this month, which is intended to exhibit the furniture of a window, possessing the various parts to which the fashion of the day has given sanction, and forming a whole of peculiarly chaste and elegant character. The drapery is of azure blue, edged with the bullion fringe, or one of those excellent imitations of it which so readily deceive the eye even of the connoisseur. The metal pins are omitted, and the curtains are festooned by silken cords, embellished by tassels, which pass behind the cornice hangings: the rod and its ornaments are of metal, and the ground on which it stands is of matt gilding."*

*Taken verbatim from Ackermann's Repository, March 1815, p. 179. Get the Google e-book HERE.