Elegantia, of tijdschrift van mode, luxe en smaak voor dames, November 1808, No. 61: Chapeau de Cachemire.... 1808
anonymous
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aged paper
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toned paper
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personal sketchbook
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coloured pencil
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sketchbook drawing
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watercolour bleed
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watercolour illustration
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storyboard and sketchbook work
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sketchbook art
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watercolor
This hand-colored engraving, from the fashion magazine *Elegantia*, depicts a woman in a lavender dress and matching hat, a popular style of the early 19th century. The magazine, published in 1808, was dedicated to showcasing the latest fashion trends, luxury items, and taste for women. The illustration, while anonymous, offers a glimpse into the sartorial preferences of the time, highlighting the delicate details of the dress and the simplicity of the hat. The image, part of the Rijksmuseum collection, provides valuable insight into the evolving trends of fashion during the early 19th century.
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