Exhibit:

Phyllis' Commonplace Book

Preview of images

This is the commonplace book of Phyllis. Editorial commentary provided by Sakura Sealy.

Images in this Exhibit

Illustration of Cressida

Phyllis’ Commentary:

 I am very saddened,  yesterday night I learned that Sidney Darrell planned to depart to France for an indefinite amount of time. Personally I may admit my disappointment could be a product of several factors, however overall it is rather frustrating I will not be able to see the final product of the piece I have helped him with. Earlier, Sidney Darell confided in me that he desired to paint me as Cressida. Personally I was flattered to be depicted as such a lovely woman but I did not know much regarding her story and my allusion to her. I had heard her name...
Women Making Christmas Gifts

 Phyllis’ Commentary:

This time of year tends to make my sister’s and I stay indoors. It is a bittersweet time as I watch the snow cover the streets, with little foot traffic as everyone attempts to evade the cold weather. The shop provides such a nice street-view, everyday I bear witness to so many lives that I would never know the full stories of. It is easy to get lost in thought as I gaze out. Today I decided to browse a catalogue to bide some time, the shop was not very busy and this illustration caught my attention. It reminds me of my sister’s and I, the women in the image...
Early Victorian Era Fashion

 

Phyllis’ Commentary:

 

I have received so many compliments lately,  I am not used to this, the shop has allowed me to meet so many unique people that I could not imagine to happen so easily in my old life. I suppose there are always upsides to something that seems unconventional. My sister’s have told me I am growing into a woman, but what a strange time to navigate this! We have been invited to so many events and Sidney Darrell’s exhibitions have required me to frequently dress up for these occasions . But if I am to be his muse I can not turn down his invites,...