Petite Galerie Dramatique, 1796-1843, No. 60: Costume de Mme Hervey (...). 1796 - 1843

This hand-colored print from the *Petite Galerie Dramatique* series depicts an anonymous actress portraying the role of Emmeline in the opera *Pauvre Jacques*. The print, created between 1796 and 1843, captures the actress in costume, showcasing the fashion of the era. The actress is shown in a rural setting, possibly a garden, and is dressed in a simple, elegant gown with a white blouse and red apron, all of which would have been fashionable and readily recognizable for contemporary audiences. The image is typical of theater prints of this time, with a simple background and focused on the portrayal of the character's costume. This is a particularly poignant depiction of a theatrical character's costume, as it is representative of the early days of the opera and the development of costuming as a theatrical element. The print is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum.