Plebea Genovese 1598

christophkrieger

quirky sketch

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pen sketch

sketch book

personal sketchbook

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pen work

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Christoph Krieger's 1598 woodcut "Plebea Genovese" depicts a woman from Genoa, Italy. She wears traditional attire: a hooded cloak, a cinched waist, a full skirt, and a patterned garment possibly a farthingale. She holds a bouquet of flowers. The intricate detail and fine lines of the engraving highlight the artist's skill in capturing the essence of Genovese fashion. This illustration serves as a valuable historical record of 16th-century clothing and customs.