La Noblesse Française à l’église (De Franse adel in de kerk) c. 1628 - 1629

This etching by Abraham Bosse, titled “La Noblesse Française à l’église (De Franse adel in de kerk)” (c. 1628-1629), depicts a French nobleman standing in a grand church. The figure is portrayed in a characteristically flamboyant and stylish manner of the time, with a large ruff and elaborate clothing. The church's architecture provides a stark contrast to the nobleman’s fashionable attire. This artwork showcases the meticulous detail and observation of 17th-century French society prevalent in Bosse's engravings. It offers viewers a glimpse into the fashion, manners, and architectural styles of this period.