Dame met mutsje, rozenkrans en mof, van voren gezien 1620 - 1650

This etching of a woman with a bonnet, rosary and muff was made by Abraham Bosse, who lived from 1602 to 1676. Bosse’s work provides insight into 17th-century French society, shaped by religious conflicts and emerging class structures. The woman's attire reflects the fashion of the French upper class, with emphasis on the intricate details of her clothing and accessories that suggest both status and piety. Her rosary indicates religious devotion, while her fashionable muff shows a certain level of wealth. Bosse, who converted to Protestantism, navigated religious and social tensions through his work, reflecting his personal identity and the broader socio-political climate of the time. Bosse’s etchings often served as a mirror reflecting the evolving values and appearances of French society. His work is a complex representation of personal and collective identity.