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The articles posted here are dedicated to the memory of Georgette Heyer in gratitude for the many hours of enjoyment her books have given me. She was an artist with words whose meticulously researched novels never fail to transport me to the Georgian or Regency eras.
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Kathryn Kane, Kalligraph
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The Regency Redingote Is Retired
Eleven years and one day ago, I posted the first article for The Regency Redingote here. Earlier this year, I retired and I have decided that this is an auspicious day on which to retire The Regency Redingote. This will … Continue reading
Rundell, Bridge and Company, by George Fox
This document flitted across my research radar nearly ten years ago, mentioned in a footnote in one of those superior books on the history of jewelery written by Diana Scarisbrick. She very kindly noted where the document was archived, and … Continue reading
Of Vinaigrettes: Necessities or Toys?
Even before the Regency began, these redolent objects were carried by a great many ladies, and even a few gentlemen. Fortunately, by the beginning of our favorite decade, they had become much smaller than had been necessary in previous centuries. … Continue reading
After Furniture Escaped the Walls
It was the English who first liberated furniture from the walls of their rooms. However, by the time the Prince of Wales became Regent, most people in other countries, both on the Continent and in America, had done the same. … Continue reading
Fore-Edge Painting: The Very Best Book Secret, Ever!
The first time I saw a fore-edge painting was as a freshman, on an orientation tour of the rare book collection of my college library. I love books and art, so I was thoroughly entranced by the combination, particularly since … Continue reading
Posted in Entertainments
Tagged Art, Books, Regency
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Of Work or "Pouch" Tables for Ladies
Women have been doing various kinds of needlework for millenia. Initially, most of that work was utilitarian, primarily making and mending clothing and household textiles. But as the centuries progressed, more and more women, particularly ladies of the upper classes, … Continue reading
Posted in Furnishings
Tagged Art, Books, Drinking, Furniture, Interior Decor, Light, Regency, Technology, Writing
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Regency Bicentennial: Trial By Combat Abolished
There is no mistake in the title of this article. Trial by combat was quite legal in Britain, until the last full year of the Regency. Essentially, trial by combat was a type of duel which was sanctioned by the … Continue reading
When Walls, Ceilings and Even Floors Got Mirrors
Though many people assume that the idea of putting a mirror on the walls and/or ceiling of a room originated in the twentieth century, they would by off by more than two centuries. The French, who had first invented plate … Continue reading
Of Riding Houses
Though this specialty form of luxury equine architecture was falling out of fashion in England by the turn of the nineteenth century, there were still several in place across Britain. In addition, the Prince of Wales had commissioned more than … Continue reading
Morgan and Sanders: Patent Furniture Manufactory
Despite the fact that the firm of Morgan and Sanders was considered the leading patent furniture-maker in London during the Regency, neither partner ever actually never filed for a single patent for any of the unique furniture pieces they produced. … Continue reading
Posted in Furnishings
Tagged Art, Books, Furniture, Games, Interior Decor, Regency, Regency Bicentennial, Technology
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The King’s England
The most complete picture of a country ever presented to its people. From the first edition dust jackets The King’s England series was described as modern-day Domesday Book when it was first published. Though it was compiled more than a … Continue reading
The Naked Duel
This is one of those tales which falls into the truth-is-stranger-than-fiction category. Though, in the end, there is some suggestion that this duel did not come off, and it happened almost five years before the Regency began, it really did … Continue reading
Of Lucets and Chain Forks
The lucet, also known as the chain fork, is an ancient needlework tool which was still in use during the Regency. Though the lucet was not considered a particularly fashionable device by that time, it enabled those who knew how … Continue reading
Posted in Household Maintenance
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Regency Bicentennial: Travellers Club Founded
Two hundred years ago, this coming Sunday, the Travellers Club was founded. This was the only one of the fashionable and exclusive London gentlemen’s clubs to be founded during our favorite decade. However, the purpose of this club differed from … Continue reading
Jib-Doors Through the Regency
Though you may not know the term, many of you may have seen a jib-door in a historic house, even if you did not know its proper name. You may have also seen a jib-door without even knowing it was … Continue reading
The Spanish vs. The English Guitar
During the Regency, two different types of guitar were known in England. Authors, and readers, of Regency romances, may wish to know something of the differences between the two, should they feature in a story sent in our favorite period. … Continue reading
The Dandy Chargers — The 2019 Riding Schedule
As regular visitors here know, one of the pleasures of spring is the arrival of the schedule for the Dandy Chargers riding season. I suspect that, like me and many other Regency aficionados, Georgette Heyer would be pleased to know … Continue reading
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