The Fascination with Pig-Faced Ladies: Regency London’s Curious Obsession
In the summer of 1815, London was abuzz with excitement following the British victory over Napoleon. Piccadilly Street was thronged with celebrants, causing traffic to slow to a crawl. Amidst the festive chaos, a particularly unusual sight caught the public’s eye. According to memoirist Rees Howell Gronow, a carriage drew significant attention due to rumors of a pig-faced lady inside. Observers claimed they saw a pig-like snout peeking out from under a bonnet. The commotion was so intense that the
