1827 1885 Collection

Mlle. Cabel as Elvire in "le Muletier de Tolede" at the Theatre Lyrique
5855483 Mlle. Cabel as Elvire in "le Muletier de Tolede" at the Theatre Lyrique.; (add.info.: Mlle. Marie Cabel as Elvire in Adolphe Adam's "Le Muletier de Tolede" at)

Mme. Cabel as Toinon in "Le Bijou Perdu" at the Theatre Lyrique
5855453 Mme. Cabel as Toinon in "Le Bijou Perdu" at the Theatre Lyrique.; (add.info.: Mme. Cabel as Toinon in Adolphe Adam's "Le Bijou Perdu" at the Theatre Lyrique)

Gustav (Adolph) Merkel, 1827-1885 (engraving)
3632950 Gustav (Adolph) Merkel, 1827-1885 (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gustav (Adolph) Merkel, 1827-1885

Elizabeth Philp, 1827-1885 (engraving)
3633034 Elizabeth Philp, 1827-1885 (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Elizabeth Philp, 1827-1885)

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Woman of Fecamp. Like the serre-tete of le Havre, this one too is decorated only to the temples.. In the background on the hill is the church of Notre-Dame-du-Salut

Tradeswoman of Lisieux She wears a serre-tete
Tradeswoman of Lisieux. She wears a serre-tete fixed with a double ribbon.. Handcolored fashion plate illustration from Louis-Marie Lantes Costumes des femmes du Pays de Caux, 1827/1885

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Young girl of Varengeville, near Dieppe. The bonnet is of cotton toile.. Handcolored fashion plate illustration from Louis-Marie Lantes Costumes des femmes du Pays de Caux, 1827/1885

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Costume of the area of Dieppe. Bonnet with its papillon wings folded toward the front.. Handcolored fashion plate illustration from Louis-Marie Lantes Costumes des femmes du Pays de Caux, 1827/1885

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Costume of Bayeux. Falling tails from the bonnet and the false sleeves in a contrasting colour.. Handcolored fashion plate illustration from Louis-Marie Lantes Costumes des femmes du Pays de Caux

Young woman of Bayeux A novel method making a
Young woman of Bayeux. A novel method of making a tie to fix the bonnet.. Handcolored fashion plate illustration from Louis-Marie Lantes Costumes des femmes du Pays de Caux, 1827/1885

Young woman of Bayeux.. Handcolored fashion plate illustration from Louis-Marie Lantes Costumes des femmes du Pays de Caux, 1827/1885

Farmer of Harcourt, near Caen.. Handcolored fashion plate illustration from Louis-Marie Lantes Costumes des femmes du Pays de Caux, 1827/1885

Young woman of Harcourt, near Caen.. Handcolored fashion plate illustration from Louis-Marie Lantes Costumes des femmes du Pays de Caux, 1827/1885

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Costume of Caen. The woman has fixed her bavolet bonnet with two ribbons.. Handcolored fashion plate illustration from Louis-Marie Lantes Costumes des femmes du Pays de Caux, 1827/1885

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Costume of Caen. Tall bonnet with the veils twisted over the crown of artificial flowers.. Handcolored fashion plate illustration from Louis-Marie Lantes Costumes des femmes du Pays de Caux

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Costume of Pont lEveque. Bavolet bonnet with papillon butterfly wings fixed at the temples.. Handcolored fashion plate illustration from Louis-Marie Lantes Costumes des femmes du Pays de Caux

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Women of Bolbec in costume for baptisms, weddings, family reunions or festivals at church.. Handcolored fashion plate illustration from Louis-Marie Lantes Costumes des femmes du Pays de Caux

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Young woman of le Havre in a bonnet that rises to a point, decorated with lace only to the ears.. Handcolored fashion plate illustration from Louis-Marie Lantes Costumes des femmes du Pays de Caux

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Woman in costume of Dieppe. Rear view of the tall bavolet bonnet with two long lace tails.. Handcolored fashion plate illustration from Louis-Marie Lantes Costumes des femmes du Pays de Caux

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Woman in long plum dress with blue stole from Yvetot, showing the long lace tails from her bonnet.. Handcolored fashion plate illustration from Louis-Marie Lantes Costumes des femmes du Pays de Caux

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Woman of Caux in white dress, tall bonnet with lace tails at a harvest festival in an orchard.. Handcolored fashion plate illustration from Louis-Marie Lantes Costumes des femmes du Pays de Caux

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Woman in bavolet bonnet and costumer of Val-de-la-Haye, near Rouen.. Handcolored fashion plate illustration from Louis-Marie Lantes Costumes des femmes du Pays de Caux, 1827/1885

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Woman of Rouen wearing a small, plain bavolet, a simple white dress with shawl and belt.. Handcolored fashion plate illustration from Louis-Marie Lantes Costumes des femmes du Pays de Caux

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Costume of Granville. A woman in her finery in a park near the port.. Handcolored fashion plate illustration from Louis-Marie Lantes Costumes des femmes du Pays de Caux, 1827/1885

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"Gustav (Adolph) Merkel and Elizabeth Philp: Engraving the Legacy of 1827-1885" Step into the world of 1827-1885, where history comes alive through captivating engravings. Gustav (Adolph) Merkel, a renowned figure from this era, left an indelible mark on society with his artistic prowess. His engraving skills transported viewers to another time and place, capturing the essence of an era long gone. But it wasn't just Merkel who made waves during this period; Elizabeth Philp also emerged as a prominent figure in the art scene. Her own engravings were celebrated for their intricate details and masterful technique. Together, these two artists shaped the artistic landscape of their time. As we delve deeper into these engravings, we encounter glimpses of everyday life in different regions. The Tradeswoman of Lisieux catches our eye with her elegant serre-tete headpiece—a symbol of fashion and style during that period. Meanwhile, Young women from Bayeux showcase novel methods for creating something extraordinary—perhaps hinting at their innovative spirit. The Farmer and Young woman from Harcourt near Caen remind us that agriculture played a vital role in sustaining communities back then. Their hard work and resilience are evident in every line etched by Merkel's skilled hand. Through these engravings, we witness snippets of life during 1827-1885—an era filled with creativity, innovation, and perseverance, and is a testament to humanity's ability to adapt and thrive amidst changing times. So let us take a moment to appreciate the artistry captured within each stroke—the stories told by Gustav (Adolph) Merkel's engraving knife—and remember those like Elizabeth Philp who contributed to shaping our cultural heritage forevermore.