Het Toilet, 1 augustus 1879, No. 3 1879
echeffer
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toned paper
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light pencil work
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fine art illustration
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pencil sketch
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handmade artwork painting
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coloured pencil
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traditional art medium
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watercolour bleed
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watercolour illustration
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dress
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watercolor
"Het Toilet" by E. Cheffer is a fashion plate depicting two women in elaborate 19th-century attire. The women are positioned against a seaside backdrop, with the woman on the right holding a telescope and gazing towards a boat with a flag. The print is characteristic of fashion plates of the era, showcasing the latest trends in clothing and accessories. This particular plate highlights the "Schiedam - H.A.M. Jolants" fashion house, demonstrating the crucial role fashion plates played in disseminating fashion trends during the 19th century.
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