Fancy Dress - Miss Dorothy Milne as a Second Balaclava
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Fancy Dress - Miss Dorothy Milne as a Second Balaclava
Miss Dorothy Milne in her fancy dress costume for the Covent Garden Fancy Dress Ball, as a Second Balaclava with British military leaders General Gordon and Kitchener clearly visible on her dress. She is also wearing a pith helmet, a gun holster and holds a sword. Date: 1898
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This photograph captures the spirit of the late 19th century and the height of British imperial pride with an intricately detailed fancy dress costume worn by Miss Dorothy Milne at the Covent Garden Fancy Dress Ball in 1898. Dressed as a Second Balaclava, Miss Milne pays homage to the iconic British military leaders, General Gordon and Kitchener, whose faces are prominently displayed on her elaborate dress. The intricate design of her costume includes not only the recognizable faces of these esteemed military figures but also a pith helmet, gun holster, and a sword in her hand. The Second Balaclava reference is a nod to the famous Battle of Balaclava during the Crimean War, where the British army wore distinctive wool balaclavas to keep warm in the harsh winter conditions. Miss Milne's patriotic and empire-themed outfit exemplifies the zeitgeist of the era, where the British Empire reached its zenith, and the pride and nationalism were at an all-time high. The photograph, taken in 1898, is a testament to the creativity and attention to detail that went into the costumes of the Covent Garden Fancy Dress Ball, an annual event that brought together the fashionable and affluent society of London. This evocative image is a fascinating glimpse into the past, offering a glimpse into the rich history of fancy dress costumes and the role they played in celebrating British culture and military heritage during the 19th century.
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