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Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Dressoir; Dresser; Anrichttisch (engraving)
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Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Dressoir; Dresser; Anrichttisch (engraving)
7195774 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Dressoir; Dresser; Anrichttisch (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dressoir; Dresser; Anrichttisch. Illustration for Le Vocabulaire Illustre des Mots Usuels, Francais, Anglais, Allemands, by Armand Le Brun et al (Furne, Jouvet, c 1873).); © Look and Learn
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This engraving, titled "Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Dressoir; Dresser; Anrichttisch" takes us back to the 19th century, offering a glimpse into European interior design and language education of that era. The print is part of a private collection and showcases an illustration from the renowned book "Le Vocabulaire Illustre des Mots Usuels, Francais, Anglais, Allemands" by Armand Le Brun et al. The image depicts a beautifully crafted dresser or dressoir (as referred to in French) with its German counterpart Anrichttisch. This educational tool aimed to teach readers the vocabulary associated with furniture in three different languages - French, English, and German. It was published around 1873 by Furne Jouvet. The intricate details captured in this engraving highlight the craftsmanship of European furniture during this period. The fine lines and shading bring depth to each element of the dresser while maintaining a sense of elegance. As we explore this artwork further, it reminds us of how knowledge was disseminated through illustrated dictionaries like these in the past. Such books were not only valuable resources for language learners but also provided insight into cultural practices across Europe. Overall, this print serves as both an aesthetic delight and a historical artifact that transports us back to a time when learning languages involved tangible objects like books rather than digital platforms.
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