Cauchoise (autre) 1860s

"Cauchoise (autre)," a photograph by Pierre-Louis Pierson, captures a woman in traditional dress from the region of Caux, France. The image, dating from the 1860s, showcases the artist's interest in documenting regional costumes and customs through the medium of photography. The woman's pose, seated on a simple chair with her arms crossed, suggests a sense of dignity and composure, while the careful arrangement of her attire highlights the richness and detail of traditional French dress. The photograph, now held by the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, provides valuable insight into the social and cultural life of a specific region of France in the 19th century.