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Habit of the Lady Mayoress of London in 1640, Published in 1757

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This is a hand-colored atnique print, this time depicting the "Habit of the Lady Mayoress of London, in 1640." It's a historical costume illustration showing the fashion of a high-ranking lady in London during the early 17th century. The lady is dressed in a gown with a wide, flowing skirt, which appears to be made of a luxurious fabric, possibly silk, given the sheen illustrated. She wears a bodice with a contrasting color, and the sleeves have a slashed design that was popular during that time, allowing the fabric underneath to show through. Over her shoulders is a ruff, a starched, pleated collar that was a fashion statement in the 16th and early 17th centuries. The costume is completed with a broad-brimmed hat adorned with what appears to be feathers or a ribbon. This type of illustration would have been of particular interest to historians, costume designers, and enthusiasts of period fashion, as it provides a detailed look at the garments and accessories worn by women of status during that era. The care taken in hand-coloring the print would have helped to bring the illustration to life, offering a vibrant glimpse into the past. The place of issue is London, and the publisher is T. Jefferys, known for their work in the mid-18th century. This suggests that the image is most likely an engraving that was made to illustrate the fashions of the upper classes of the past century to a contemporary audience. The text on the image is a mix of English and French, which indicates that the target audience might have been bilingual or that the publishers catered to both English and French-speaking clientele. The hand-coloring is original and likely made in the year it was published.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 12.6 in (32 cm)Width: 9.45 in (24 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.02 mm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Paper,Engraved
  • Period:
    1750-1759
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1757
  • Condition:
    Good, especially considering age. Vivid colors. One damp stain or light browing outside the plate mark, not touching the image. Overal minor soiling due to handling. Study the images carefully.
  • Seller Location:
    Langweer, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: BG-13675-391stDibs: LU3054338266392

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