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Woman in Diaphanous Gown (Wonderful) Dancing with a Foppish Man (Incredible), " The Folly of the Day, " Directory era (1795-1799), 1798. Handcoloured steel engraving by Hippolyte Pauquet from a drawing by Louis Leopold Boilly from the Pauquet
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Woman in Diaphanous Gown (Wonderful) Dancing with a Foppish Man (Incredible), " The Folly of the Day, " Directory era (1795-1799), 1798. Handcoloured steel engraving by Hippolyte Pauquet from a drawing by Louis Leopold Boilly from the Pauquet
FLO4686221 Woman in Diaphanous Gown (Wonderful) Dancing with a Foppish Man (Incredible), " The Folly of the Day, " Directory era (1795-1799), 1798. Handcoloured steel engraving by Hippolyte Pauquet from a drawing by Louis Leopold Boilly from the Pauquet Brothers "Historical Fashions and Costumes", Paris, 1865. Hippolyte (b.1797) and Polydor Pauquet (b.1800) ran a successful publishing house in Paris in the 19th century, specializing in illustrated books on costume and natural history. by Boilly, Louis Leopold (1761-1845) (after); (add.info.: Woman in Diaphanous Gown (Wonderful) Dancing with a Foppish Man (Incredible), " The Folly of the Day, " Directory era (1795-1799), 1798. Handcoloured steel engraving by Hippolyte Pauquet from a drawing by Louis Leopold Boilly from the Pauquet Brothers "Historical Fashions and Costumes", Paris, 1865. Hippolyte (b.1797) and Polydor Pauquet (b.1800) ran a successful publishing house in Paris in the 19th century, specializing in illustrated books on costume and natural history.); © Florilegius
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Step back in time to the Directory era of 1798 with this enchanting handcoloured steel engraving by Hippolyte Pauquet, depicting a Woman in Diaphanous Gown dancing with a Foppish Man. The scene captures the essence of "The Folly of the Day," showcasing the extravagant fashion and lively social gatherings of the period.
The woman's gown is truly wonderful, flowing and ethereal, while the foppish man exudes an air of incredibility with his flamboyant attire and confident demeanor. Their dance seems to capture a moment of pure joy and frivolity, transporting viewers to a world where elegance and extravagance reigned supreme.
This print is a testament to the artistic talent of Louis Leopold Boilly, whose drawing served as inspiration for Pauquet's masterful engraving. The Pauquet Brothers' publication "Historical Fashions and Costumes" was renowned for its detailed illustrations of costume history, making this piece not only visually stunning but historically significant as well.
Hippolyte and Polydor Pauquet were pioneers in the field of illustrated books on costume and natural history, leaving behind a legacy that continues to captivate audiences today. This image serves as a window into a bygone era, inviting us to marvel at the beauty and extravagance of 18th-century fashion and culture.
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