1840 Anna Sewell Capes The cotton satin has a

The cotton satin has a refined surface with a soft sheen

– decorative textile details

The design is inspired by a late 18th-century Indian export cotton

while still preserving the lightness required for Regency silhouettes

– Historical dressmaking and reenactment clothing

1840 Anna Sewell Capes The cotton satin has a1840s Paisley Floral Cotton Print Inspired by an original English textile dating from c. 18401855, this striking design features stylised paisley leaves outlined in crimson and white, set against alternating teal and deep brown grounds with scattered miniature floral motifs. Typical of fashionable mid 19th century printed cottons, the pattern beautifully combines Eastern inspired paisley forms with the balanced floral geometry that became increasingly