Costumes de Différent Pays, Frontispice de l'Europe, c1797. Creators: Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur, LF Labrousse

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Costumes de Différent Pays, Frontispice de l'Europe, c1797. Creators: Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur, LF Labrousse

Costumes de Different Pays, Frontispice de l'Europe, c1797

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1790s Caduceus Costumes De Different Pays Frontispiece Grasset De Saint Sauveur Jacques Hand Tinted Engraving On Paper Helmet Jacques Grasset De Saint Sauveur L F Labrousse Labrousse Labrousse Lf Lf Labrousse Sailing Ships Saint Sauveur Jacques Grasset De Spear Hand Tinted

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EDITORS COMMENTS
Costumes de Différent Pays, 'Frontispice de l'Europe' (1797) by Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur and LF Labrousse is an exquisite and intricately detailed hand-tinted engraving that showcases the diverse apparel and accessories of various European countries during the 18th century. The captivating image, published in Paris, features a boy and two children, each adorned in traditional costumes representing different European nations. The boy, dressed in a red and gold tunic and holding a caduceus, represents France. He is seated indoors, perhaps in a grand hall, surrounded by an array of European symbols and emblems. The children, one wearing a blue and white dress and the other a green tunic and helmet, represent other European countries. In the background, a full-length figure of a man in armor and a sailor in a sailing ship's rigging can be seen, adding to the richness and depth of the scene. This magnificent work of art, now held in the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, is a testament to the European fashion trends and cultural heritage of the 18th century. The intricate engraving, hand-colored with great care and attention to detail, captures the essence of the European continent's diverse people and their unique attire. The image is a fascinating glimpse into the past, offering a glimpse into the mythology, literature, and history of Europe during a time of great change and transformation. Costumes de Different Pays, 'Frontispice de l'Europe' is a stunning example of the artistic and cultural achievements of the 18th century, showcasing the beauty and richness of European heritage through its intricate details and captivating imagery.

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