Portrait of the Duchess of Polignac, 1885 (lithograph)

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Portrait of the Duchess of Polignac, 1885 (lithograph)

5893614 Portrait of the Duchess of Polignac, 1885 (lithograph); (add.info.: Portrait of Yolande Martine Gabrielle de Polastron, Duchess of Polignac, a favourite of Marie Antoinette. Lithograph after a painting by le Brun from Fashions and Customs of Marie Antoinette and her Times, by Le Comte de Reiset, Paris, 1885. The journal of Madame Eloffe, dressmaker and linen-merchant to the Queen and ladies of the court.); © Florilegius

Media ID 38434940

© © Florilegius / Bridgeman Images

18th Caraco Comte De Reiset Courtier Dressmaker Fichu Journal Linen Merchant Madame Eloffe Marie Antoinette Versailles Elisabeth Vigee Le Brun Noble Nobles

EDITORS COMMENTS
This stunning lithograph print captures the elegance and grace of Yolande Martine Gabrielle de Polastron, Duchess of Polignac, a beloved confidante of Marie Antoinette. The portrait, originally painted by Elisabeth Vigee Le Brun, showcases the Duchess in all her regal splendor, adorned in a fashionable bonnet and caraco. The intricate details of her attire - from the delicate flower pinned to her fichu to the stylish hat perched atop her head - speak to the opulence and sophistication of 18th-century court fashion. As a member of the aristocracy, the Duchess exudes an air of nobility and refinement that was characteristic of high society during this time period. Through this lithograph reproduction from "Fashions and Customs of Marie Antoinette and Her Times," we are transported back to Versailles, where lavish balls and extravagant parties were commonplace among the elite. The journal entry from Madame Eloffe further immerses us in this world of luxury, offering insight into the dressmaking practices that catered to queens and ladies-in-waiting alike. This portrait serves as a timeless reminder of an era defined by grandeur and excess, capturing not only the beauty of its subject but also the cultural significance attached to each carefully chosen garment. It is a testament to both artistry and history, preserved for generations to come.

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