The Boudoir, from Monument du Costume Physique et Moral de la fin du Dix-huitième siècle 1774
pierremaleuvre
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drawing, print, etching, paper
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drawing
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toned paper
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light pencil work
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etching
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pencil sketch
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old engraving style
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paper
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personal sketchbook
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france
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sketchbook drawing
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pencil work
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storyboard and sketchbook work
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cartoon carciture
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sketchbook art
"The Boudoir," created in 1774 by Pierre Maleuvre, is an engraving that showcases a woman in a lavish boudoir. This artwork is part of the larger series, *Monument du Costume Physique et Moral de la fin du Dix-huitième siècle*, which documented the fashion and manners of the late 18th century. The scene depicts a woman relaxing in a plush armchair, a symbol of the opulent lifestyle of the French aristocracy. With its detailed interior design and intimate portrayal of female leisure, the artwork offers a glimpse into the world of 18th-century French society, capturing the elegance and refinement of the era.
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