Rouwkostuum van een Friezin 1733

"Rouwkostuum van een Friezin" (Mourning Dress of a Frisian Woman) is an etching by Bernard Picart, created in 1733. It depicts a detailed representation of a traditional Frisian mourning dress, showing the unique style of the garment and the way it was worn. The etching is currently housed at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, Netherlands. This small yet impactful artwork showcases Picart's keen eye for detail and provides insight into the visual culture of the Frisian region in the 18th century. The depiction of the mourning dress is a fascinating glimpse into the customs and traditions surrounding death and grief within the Frisian society.