It would seem I haven't posted since Thursday. This is probably because that sister of mine hasn't been off the computer since, her routine is as follows; get home from school, eat, then stay on facebook until she goes to bed, such is the wonderful life she leads! Anyway, onto more exciting things than that, this weekend I saw the exhibition at Melbourne Museum; A Day In Pompeii. It was very good, and very interesting. I was rather impressed by the frescoes and sculptures which were very sophisticated (unlike much later medieval art).
I also saw the "Persuasion" exhibition on the fashion's from Jane Austen's day, for the second time infact, but with the parents (I'd seen it already with friends). There are some simply stunning gowns as well as a quantity of fashion illustrations on display. And having just read Emma I was quite in the mood for it as well.
I also bought the Odyssey from the new set of Penguin books today, and it's quite lovely, I convinced my parents to pay for it on academic grounds as I am continuing classics next year. Isn't it just lovely? It's actually much more green in the flesh, it looks blue here but it's a lie.
sounds like you've had a lovely day! i know just what you mean about the attraction of pretty books - i work in a bookstore, and i'm always seduced by our pretty stock. a nice edition just makes a book so much lovelier. and that sounds like a great exhibit! pompeii is just fascinating.
ReplyDeleteI am always in the mood for a little Jane Austen style.
ReplyDeleteI love period clothing, and sometimes I wish it wouldn't be weird to dress up in full gear and walk the town.
These are the times I wish I could be a famous model. LOL
Fabulous post ! Thank you !
ReplyDeletethese works are so beautiful and delicate, especially those sleeves! i remember studying Emma and Pride & Prejudice at school, quite enjoyed it :D
ReplyDeleteThat dress is beautiful, the puffy sleeves are amazing!
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