Gallerie des Modes et Costumes Français, 1785, nr. 12, nr. 23, Kopie naar H 46 : Jeune Dame coeffé (...) c. 1785

This hand-colored etching by Pierre Gleich from around 1785, depicts a fashionable Parisian woman of the era in a white dress with a red skirt, elaborate hat and a white shawl. The "Gallerie des Modes et Costumes Français" series of prints aimed to document and disseminate the latest trends in Parisian fashion. This print is a copy of an original design, illustrating the popular styles of the time and the artistic practices of copying and distributing fashion plates. This detailed engraving allows viewers to observe the intricate details of the woman's attire, which reflected the tastes and aspirations of the French aristocracy during the late 18th century.