Elegantia, of tijdschrift van mode, luxe en smaak voor dames, Januari 1809, No. 66: 1. Toques de Velours... 1809

This anonymous 1809 illustration from *Elegantia* is a fashion plate depicting a variety of bonnets, caps and other headwear for women. The plate displays 10 different styles, drawn in colored ink and outlined in black ink. It depicts the latest fashion trends for women of the time, including the use of velvet, lace, and other luxurious materials. The accompanying text in French describes the different types of bonnets and their materials, offering valuable insight into the fashion of the early 19th century. This fashion plate is a rare example of the work of anonymous artists who documented contemporary fashion trends.