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Costume of Coutances
5855683 Costume of Coutances; (add.info.: Woman in the costume of Coutances. Here is a really large bavolet bonnet, with the most luxurious decoration. It is set on a ribbon of silk and gold, and the tie is a sort of belt. She is reading a tiny book, perhaps one of the almanacs or gift books for ladies so popular at the time. Hand-colored fashion plate illustration by Lante engraved by Gatine from Louis-Marie Lante's "Costumes des femmes du Pays de Caux, " 1827/1885. With their tall Alsation lace hats, the women of Caux and Normandy were famous for the elegance and style.); © Florilegius
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© © Florilegius / Bridgeman Images
1827 1885 Bavolet Benoit Cauchoise Caux Coutances Femmes Gatine Hand Coloured Lante Louis Marie Luxury Pays Pecheux Plate Read Ribbon Shawl Silk Tall To Read Veil
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This exquisite hand-colored fashion plate print captures the elegance and style of a woman in the costume of Coutances, with a truly magnificent bavolet bonnet adorned with luxurious decorations. The intricate details of her attire, from the silk and gold ribbon to the delicate lace veil, showcase the height of 19th-century fashion in Normandy.
The woman is depicted engrossed in reading a tiny book, perhaps one of the popular almanacs or gift books for ladies at that time. Her posture exudes grace and sophistication as she embodies the essence of femininity and refinement.
With their tall Alsation lace hats, women from Caux and Normandy were renowned for their impeccable sense of style, as illustrated by this stunning portrayal. The artist's attention to detail and skillful engraving bring to life the beauty and opulence of this historical costume.
This image transports us back in time to an era where fashion was not just about clothing but also about making a statement. It serves as a reminder of the enduring allure of vintage couture and how it continues to inspire contemporary trends today.
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