Gallerie des Modes et Costumes Français, 1780, dd 167 : Jeune Actrice Bourgeois (...) 1780

"Gallerie des Modes et Costumes Français, 1780, dd 167 : Jeune Actrice Bourgeois (...)" is a fashion plate created by Nicolas Dupin in 1780. It depicts a young woman in a blue and red dress with a large white ruff and a feathered hat. This fashion plate captures the elaborate style of the late 18th century, known for its extravagant hairstyles and ornate clothing, offering a glimpse into the evolving world of French fashion during the pre-Revolutionary period. The print is a part of the Rijksmuseum collection and is a testament to the enduring appeal of fashion illustration as a means of documenting and disseminating trends.