Petit Courrier des Dames, 10 mai 1828, No. 50 / No. 553 : 1 Chapeau de gros de Naples... 1828

This 1828 fashion plate, titled "Petit Courrier des Dames," showcases four different hat designs for women. The illustration, likely from a fashion magazine, was likely created anonymously and is now part of the Rijksmuseum collection. The detailed drawings show the hats with various trimmings, bows, and even sprigs of greenery. This type of fashion plate was a popular medium in the 19th century, used to disseminate the latest trends and styles, making them valuable resources for understanding the fashion history of the period.