Items Similar to Traditional Head Dresses of Dieppe, France – Costume Study, 1823
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 10
Traditional Head Dresses of Dieppe, France – Costume Study, 1823
About the Item
Traditional Head Dresses of Dieppe, France – Costume Study, 1823
This hand-colored lithograph titled “Head Dresses at Dieppe” offers a refined visual study of traditional French female headdresses from the coastal town of Dieppe in Normandy. Published in London on December 1, 1823, by the well-known firm of Baldwin, Cradock & Joy, the print forms part of a broader early 19th-century fascination with regional European costume, particularly among British collectors and travel enthusiasts.
The composition is striking in its simplicity and elegance. Three distinct women’s headpieces are displayed against a clean, uncluttered background, allowing their design and symbolism to speak clearly to the viewer. The headdresses are meticulously detailed and richly hand-colored, suggesting both ceremonial and regional variation.
On the left, a profile view reveals a tall, conical headdress in lavender with a long, flowing veil pinned at the top. This type is reminiscent of medieval hennins and suggests local continuity in ceremonial dress. The woman wears a gold hoop earring and a striped shawl, emphasizing her social and regional identity.
At center, a woman in three-quarter profile wears a fan-shaped, white headpiece with radiating pleats, secured by a decorative blue band across the crown. Her deep red shawl and golden earring contribute to a look of formal dignity, suggestive of local festivals or important social occasions.
On the right, a frontal view shows a woman wearing a purple cap over a white veil that falls along the sides of her face, topped with a large gold cross pendant and matching earrings. Her expression is calm and composed, adding a humanizing element to this ethnographic study.
These kinds of costume prints were immensely popular in the early 1800s, especially in England, where they were used to educate viewers about European cultural traditions and fashion history. Baldwin, Cradock & Joy were among the leading publishers of such works, which combined anthropological interest with artistic charm.
Condition Report:
Good condition. Mild age-toning and light foxing around the edges, but the image area is clean with vibrant color. Wide margins and minimal handling wear.
Framing Tips:
A thin gold or dark wood frame with a soft ivory or parchment mat will enhance the historical tones. Keep a wide mat border to draw attention to the delicate details and symmetrical composition.
- Dimensions:Height: 9.45 in (24 cm)Width: 12.45 in (31.6 cm)Depth: 0.01 in (0.2 mm)
- Materials and Techniques:Paper,Engraved
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1823
- Condition:Good condition. Mild age-toning and light foxing around the edges, but the image area is clean with vibrant color. Wide margins and minimal handling wear.
- Seller Location:Langweer, NL
- Reference Number:Seller: BG-13605-2-411stDibs: LU3054345309292
About the Seller
5.0
Recognized Seller
These prestigious sellers are industry leaders and represent the highest echelon for item quality and design.
Gold Seller
Premium sellers maintaining a 4.3+ rating and 24-hour response times
Established in 2009
1stDibs seller since 2017
2,462 sales on 1stDibs
Typical response time: <1 hour
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Shipping from: Langweer, Netherlands
- Return Policy
Authenticity Guarantee
In the unlikely event there’s an issue with an item’s authenticity, contact us within 1 year for a full refund. DetailsMoney-Back Guarantee
If your item is not as described, is damaged in transit, or does not arrive, contact us within 7 days for a full refund. Details24-Hour Cancellation
You have a 24-hour grace period in which to reconsider your purchase, with no questions asked.Vetted Professional Sellers
Our world-class sellers must adhere to strict standards for service and quality, maintaining the integrity of our listings.Price-Match Guarantee
If you find that a seller listed the same item for a lower price elsewhere, we’ll match it.Trusted Global Delivery
Our best-in-class carrier network provides specialized shipping options worldwide, including custom delivery.More From This Seller
View AllTraditional Costumes from Frascati, Perugia, Albano and Monastic Orders – 1823
Located in Langweer, NL
Traditional Costumes from Frascati, Perugia, Albano and Monastic Orders – 1823
This hand-colored lithograph, labeled “No. 4,” continues the beautifully detailed series of European c...
Category
Antique 1820s Prints
Materials
Paper
Italian Costume – Woman of Turin in Traditional Dress, 1835
Located in Langweer, NL
Costume of Turin – Vivid 1835 Hand-Coloured Print by R. Bridgens
This captivating hand-coloured print, titled “Costume of Turin,” was published in 1835 by J. Dowding in London and i...
Category
Antique 1830s Prints
Materials
Paper
Traditional Headdresses from Italy and France: Florence, Ostia, Castà – 1823
Located in Langweer, NL
Traditional Headdresses from Italy and France: Florence, Ostia, Castà – 1823
This hand-colored lithograph, marked “No. 5,” is the fifth plate in a captivating 1823 series published ...
Category
Antique 1820s Prints
Materials
Paper
Costume Print: Traditional Dress of Rome, 1820 Hand-Colored Engraving
Located in Langweer, NL
Costume Print: Traditional Dress of Rome, 1820 Hand-Colored Engraving
This charming hand-colored engraving depicts two figures in traditional dress from Rome, Italy, capturing a mom...
Category
Antique 1820s Prints
Materials
Paper
Italian Regional Costumes: Sarzana, Sesto, Rome and Florence, 1823
Located in Langweer, NL
Italian Regional Costumes: Sarzana, Sesto, Rome and Florence, 1823
This hand-colored lithograph presents six detailed bust portraits of Italian women dressed in traditional regional...
Category
Antique 1820s Prints
Materials
Paper
Costume Print: Italian Gestures with Traditional Dress, 1820s Engraving
Located in Langweer, NL
Costume Print: Italian Gestures with Traditional Dress, 1820s Hand-Colored Engraving
This engaging hand-colored engraving, titled *Italian Gestures*, captures a lively moment in Ita...
Category
Antique 1820s Prints
Materials
Paper
You May Also Like
Johnny Apollo & Sabrina Costume Design Prints by Edith Head, Pair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Pair of lithograph prints from the golden age of Hollywood. One is an Edith Head couture costume sketch of Aubrey Hepburn for the 1954 film Sabrina. Another sketch for the Bob Cain c...
Category
Vintage 1980s Prints
Materials
Paper
$281 Sale Price
25% Off
Traditional Japanese Woodblock Print of a Traditional Kyoto Town House
Located in Weesp, NL
Japanese limited edition woodblock print by Katsuyuki Nishijima in great condition.
"Machiya in Marutamachi" Traditional Japanese wooden townhous...
Category
Vintage 1970s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Prints
Materials
Paper
Pineapple botanical study framed Print from French original of 1812, New
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a delightful round framed print of a Pineapple study originally from a hand coloured early 19th Century French botanical illustration.
Prints of this style were originally p...
Category
2010s British Georgian Prints
Materials
Glass, Wood, Paper
French Engraving Hand Colored Galerie des Modes Costumes Francais, 1779
Located in Vero Beach, FL
French Engraving Hand Colored Galerie des Modes Costumes Francais, 1779
Rare antique French fashion print hand colored published first i...
Category
Early 20th Century French Baroque Prints
Materials
Paper
French Engraving Hand Colored Galerie des Modes Costumes Francais, 1779.
Located in Vero Beach, FL
French Engraving Hand Colored Galerie des Modes Costumes Francais, 1779.
Rare antique French fashion print hand colored published first ...
Category
Early 20th Century French Baroque Prints
Materials
Paper
Studies of Ballet Etching by Sorenson
Located in Savannah, GA
An etching entitled “Studies of Ballet”, signed Sorensen, artist proof.
sight: 10 ½ by 13 ½ inches
frame: 17 by 21 inches
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Prints
Materials
Glass, Wood, Paper
