Madame Yevonde
Friday, November 27, 2009
(Above) Lady Bridgett Poulett as Arethusa
The pioneering photographer first set up her studio in 1914 London. She became famous by using vivid more contemporary approaches to studio portraiture. One of her best known projects was the Goddess Series (ca.1935) in which she photographed London elite as Greek and Roman goddesses...
(Below) Lady Diana Mosely, as Venus
Nadine Muriel, Countess of
Shrewsbury as Ariadne
Lady Anne Rhys
Photographed as Flora
Miss Susan Bligh as Calypso
Isn't her work gorgeous?
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I love that through her genius these women were able to indulge their fantasies of being goddesses. Also very much love these etsy finds that I think would help me do the same...
Left to Right (From Top): Golden Lightning Headband by Quirky Beauty, 1940's Navy and Saffron Embroidered Dress by Margaret Pearl, Hydrangea Blossom and Diamond Stacking Ring by Patrick Irla Jewelry, 1960's Vintage Ribbon Belt Embroidered Linen Dress by My Favorite Vintage, Juliet Print by Matou en Peluche, Four Leaves Gold Headpiece and Beaded Silver Phoenix Headpiece both by Quirky Beauty, Budding Twig Cuff Bracelets by Kristin Coffin and Baby Blue Greek Goddess 70's Dress by See Vintage Jane.
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33 comments:
Gorgeous, indeed! The color and composition of the first photo especially is truly extraordinary.
These images are so gorgeous...
I am so in love with these images...stunning. they are so lovely. I also ADORE your etsy choices,I would love to get my paws on some of those headpieces. They are gorgeous!!
So beautiful Gabbi!
And your selections as well, such great taste you have! Have a restful weekend, I know you had a stressful week...next should be better I hope!
xo as always~
Wow these photos are amazing! Very interesting!
Beautiful photography and I love your etsy finds :)
These are gorgeous photographs, Gabbi! and I love the roman goddess-inspired finds.
P.S. I gave you awards and tags on my blog. Come and play along it you like :)
Me cuesta mucho entender el texto en inglés pero las imagenes hablan por si mismas. Preciosas fotos con un toque de distinción.
Encantador post.
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love your blog! thanks for following & let me discover you!
Stunning, darling!
Love that Four Leaves gold headpiece!
xoxox,
CC
what beautiful images! i would love to be a goddess too, but i am afraid that is something i am very far from. ha hahah. perhaps the etsy items would bring me a tad closer to this fantasy. :)
and thank you for your sweet comments. i am kind of a wreck lately and i am sorry i have been missing out on you and your beautiful blog. :(
Amazing Gabbi~Arethusa is my fave, they're almost a cross between canvases and photographs. Have you checked out Albert Kahn's early colour work?
Definitely gorgeous photography, you're right!
.. and your etsy finds! I love them! Those hair bands are so cute and the ring too is very pretty!
Happy Sunday, Gabbi
til soon
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Oh joy! Another wonderful Gabbi post introducing me to a gorgeous artist! She is wonderful! I especially love the top one with all that shimmering gold and the last one with the contrast and daisies.
And your picks are superb as always - thank you so much for including me - very flattering!! I adore those head pieces - I love this new fashion for pretty head wear!!
Hope your weekend is treating you well and that George is having a good relax also! XXXXX P.S. Thank you for all your lovely comments on my blog!!
Gabbi, this post is just marvelous !
ooh beautiful photographs! and i want one of those headbands, like, right NOW! so cute! and yes, i did get my giveaway package :) she sent me the tea cup and plate (which is what i listed as what i loved from her shop, i believe), it's SO beautiful and i'm so happy with it, thank you :) oh yes! i saw Fantastic Mr. Fox last night and thought of you! i reallllly liked it, it was very different but really great :) have you seen it yet??
hope your weekend is going well gabbi!
What a brilliant concept and the photos are just gorgeous! I love the etsy finds too.
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Wow, wow, wow! Gabbi, these are incredibly gorgeous. And as always, you did a beautiful job of finding items that reflect the artwork.
Hope you had a beautiful Thanksgiving and have a lovely weekend <3
How stunning! I adore the first one and the fourth one best. How marvelous would it be to have a photo shoot like that.
Love your Etsy finds too!
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I LOVE the goddess portraits! I'd forgotten all about them and then you remind me... thank you!
I want that ring. A lot.
They sure are gorgeous photographs! I love the idea too! And your inspired finds are once again lovely! I hope you are enjoying your weekend Gabbi :)
very beautiful! i love the etsy finds too, especially the headpieces.
lovely post Gabbi :D
with love
lady thirty
I'm just in love with your blog! It is so incredible sensual & beautiful!!
Thank you soooo for your nice comment on my blog!
I hope it's ok that I add your blog to my 'love love love' list.
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the vintage pictures are SO cool! i especially love the one with the seashell in her hair. you did a great job with the 'how to' create the look as well.
xox
How amazing! Wouldn't it be fun to be photographed like that? Your etsy finds are lovely as well!!
"this all greek to my"
it's so nice to see how much greek history and culture inspires designers through the years..
This is beautiful, Gabbi! Beautiful collage! I love her work and thank you for the introduction- I love the artists you portray.
Ummmmmm, can I get one of each please? Every piece is so gorg!
Cool! Love this - the photos are great! How you come up with all of these brilliant things to post about is beyond us!
Hey - send us your address - we want to send you some of our tea :)
It IS yummy!!
So many inspiring and beautiful visuals that I do not know where to begin. Happy to have found my way to your blog by happy accident.
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