Lady at her Dressing Table before 1724

Jacob Gole's "Lady at her Dressing Table" depicts a woman of the 18th century, elaborately dressed, seated before a vanity table. The etching, made before 1724, captures the elaborate fashions of the period, with the woman’s towering headdress and voluminous gown. The woman, perhaps a noblewoman, is shown applying makeup, highlighting the growing emphasis on personal appearance in the era. The detail of the ornate jewelry and accessories, along with the elegant setting, further emphasizes the refined lifestyle of the elite during this period.