These beautiful vintage bird illustrations are layered onto vintage early 1900’s postcard backs to create this free printable from CallmeVictorian.com
You will be able to print out onto paper or cardstock and cut out the postcards for your scrapbook layouts or junk journals. The birds included on the cards are a New Zealand bird called the Pied Fantail with a pretty gold and green coloring. The Kingfisher who uses its beak to dig holes and nest in tree hollows and has a blue, yellow and green color. Male and female Ruia which eat berries and have long tail feathers. Use the button below to open and print or save the file from Google Docs.
These Victorian calling cards or visiting cards were left by callers for the residents of the house when friends and acquaintances would stop by for a visit. Think of them as a vintage business cards. Many have beautiful designs with embossed flowers, birds and sayings. This post contains a free download of scans from my collection of calling cards. Perfect to print for journal cards or a variety of different paper projects.
Victorian calling cards, also known as visiting cards, were small cards that were used in the 19th century as a means of introducing oneself and leaving a record of one’s visit when calling on someone. They were a common feature of Victorian etiquette and were used by both men and women.
Calling cards were usually about the size of a modern business card and were printed with the name of the person and their title, if applicable. They were usually made of thick, high-quality paper and were often embellished with intricate designs or decorative borders.
To use a calling card, a person would leave it with the servant of the person they were visiting, along with a handwritten note if they wished to leave a message. The servant would then present the card to their employer, who could decide whether or not to receive the visitor.
Calling cards were an important part of Victorian society and were seen as a way to establish one’s social status and connections. They are no longer in widespread use today, but they remain an interesting aspect of Victorian culture and etiquette.
Are you looking for historical daguerreotype plates for your vintage photography collection? Do you want the look of heirloom family portraits to use for digital art, mixed media or unique wall decorations. There are several places to look online for ancestral portraits.
Old photographs capture history and also let us glimpse into the past. It is quaint seeing how styles have changed and people looked over 100 years ago.
These type of images date back to 1839 when the inventors Joseph Nicéphore Niépce and Louis Jacques Mandé Daguerre made a photo using silver iodide-treated copper plates. The image is transferred directly to a plate and negatives do not exist for this type of photography. You will see many of the photos framed and matted and decorative brass pieces and beading appliqué as embellishments.
Daguerreotype Family Portraits
I think it’s fascinating to see how people’s looks have changed from 100 years ago. Looking at portraits you can see vintage fashions, hair styles, the woman did not wear makeup like they do today and the men have lots of character.
Most daguerreotypes are still portrait images of individuals or family groups. It was never in fashion to smile while having your photo taken because a straight face is easier to hold for a minute or longer that the exposure took to produce. People did not smile in portraits until about the 1930′s and these daguerreotype photos are some of the first photographs.
The Library of Congress has a selection of over 700 images. These are in the public domain and you can reproduce or print the images if you don’t mind framing and hanging reproduction images. Another online source is Harvard’s Photographic Collection hosting more than 3,500 images.
To purchase authentic antique photo daguerreotypes you can check local antique dealers, vintage listings on Etsy or auctions on eBay for a wide selection of historic photos.
All daguerreotypes are original one of a kind images, because the photo was captured directly onto a thin piece of silver plated copper they could not be reproduced or copied like photos taken on film negatives. This was the first popular form of photography used between 1839-1855.
Photographing History
Many historically important photo exist in the daguerreotype format and these images can sell for thousands of dollars. If you are a civil war history collector, you may want to buy images of soldiers and generals. A museum quality half plate sized example of the earliest photographic process can be worth tens of thousands of dollars. The price depends mostly on the historical importance of the person in the image such as that of a president or civil war military soldier or rarity of the subject matter in the image. Also it’s quality and sharpness and how well the image is still present on the plate over time must be taken into consideration.
A look at the history of how mens fashions have changed through the ages with silhouettes of clothing worn from 1190 to 1820. Men really knew how to show of their legs in the early years and I thought skinny jeans were the first time we’ve seen such a tight look on guys. Too bad head wear went out of style, you’d think short men would catch on that top hats are a great way to make you look taller!
Mens fashion from 1190 to 1820
Mens fashion from the late 12th century to the early 19th century went through a number of significant changes. During the medieval period, which lasted from the 12th to the 15th century, men’s clothing was heavily influenced by the styles of the nobility. Men of all social classes would wear tunics, which were long, loose-fitting garments that reached down to the knees or ankles. Over the tunic, men would wear a surcoat, a long, sleeveless coat that was often adorned with decorative embroidery or heraldic symbols. Men would also wear a variety of accessories, such as belts, brooches, and hats.
In the Renaissance period, which lasted from the 14th to the 17th century, men’s fashion became more opulent and ornate. Men would wear tightly fitted doublets, which were short, padded jackets that were worn over a shirt. They would also wear hose, which were tight-fitting trousers that were worn tucked into the doublet. Men would also wear a variety of accessories, such as ruffs, collars, and codpieces.
During the 18th century, men’s fashion underwent a significant change as the styles of the nobility began to influence fashion for men of all social classes. Men would wear knee-length breeches and long, frock coats. They would also wear waistcoats, which were a type of vest, and wigs, which were popular among men of all social classes. Men would also wear a variety of accessories, such as cravats, which were a type of necktie, and pocket watches.
In the early 19th century, men’s fashion continued to be influenced by the styles of the nobility. Men would wear long, tight-fitting trousers and a variety of coat styles, including the frock coat and the tailcoat. They would also wear waistcoats and cravats, and would often wear top hats and carry walking canes.
Overall, men’s fashion during this period was heavily influenced by the styles of the nobility, and was characterized by a focus on opulence and ornamentation. As time went on, fashion became more tailored and form-fitting, with a greater emphasis on accessories and details.
