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Greek Woman Costume Print – Antique Hand-Colored Lithograph, 1854
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Greek Woman Costume Print – Antique Hand-Colored Lithograph, 1854
Description:
This antique hand-colored lithograph, published in 1854 in Album des Voyages Anciens et Modernes by Martial Ardant Frères, depicts a traditional Greek woman in regional costume. The figure stands in profile, holding a small bouquet of roses, her attire and accessories reflecting both elegance and cultural identity.
She wears a long red skirt layered over a striped underdress, paired with a wide-sleeved blouse of blue and white stripes. Around her waist is tied a green sash with a gold fringe, adding richness to the costume. Draped over her head and shoulders is a large white headscarf with black edging, creating a sense of refinement. Her red slippers with gold embroidery complete the ensemble, while the bouquet of flowers in her hand adds a touch of grace and femininity.
For European audiences of the mid-19th century, such costume illustrations provided a romanticized vision of Greece, a nation that had recently gained independence from Ottoman rule in 1830. Traditional dress was seen as a symbol of both national pride and cultural continuity, and prints like this offered readers an idealized glimpse of daily life in the Mediterranean. Costume plates combined ethnographic observation with artistic imagination, preserving regional attire at a time when modernization was beginning to alter traditional ways of life.
The lithograph is finely colored, with particular attention to the bold contrasts between red, green, and white fabrics. Today, this print appeals to collectors of costume history, Greek heritage, and 19th-century travel illustration. Its vibrant tones and detailed design also make it an attractive artwork for interior display.
Condition report: Minor foxing and light toning in the margins. Colors fresh and well-preserved. Plate mark visible. Paper stable and margins intact.
Framing tips: A gold or gilt frame with a cream mat will highlight the elegance of the costume, while a darker wood frame with a red mat can emphasize the warm tones of the skirt and shoes.
Technique: Hand-colored lithograph
Maker: Martial Ardant Frères, Paris & Limoges, 1854
- Dimensions:Height: 10.71 in (27.2 cm)Width: 7.09 in (18 cm)Depth: 0.01 in (0.2 mm)
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- Date of Manufacture:1854
- Condition:Condition report: Minor foxing and light toning in the margins. Colors fresh and well-preserved. Plate mark visible. Paper stable and margins intact.
- Seller Location:Langweer, NL
- Reference Number:Seller: BG-14120-61stDibs: LU3054346396792
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