Costume Plate (Esthonienne), late 18th to early 19th century. Creator: Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur

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Costume Plate (Esthonienne), late 18th to early 19th century. Creator: Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur

Costume Plate (Esthonienne), late 18th to early 19th century

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1790s 1800s Anthropology Baltic Estonia Estonian Ethnography Ethnology Grasset De Saint Sauveur Jacques Hand Coloured Engraving Jacques Grasset De Saint Sauveur Local People Saint Sauveur Jacques Grasset De Skirt Hand Tinted Head Dress

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This stunning hand-colored engraving, titled "Costume Plate (Esthonienne)" by Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur, provides a captivating glimpse into the traditional costume of Estonian women during the late 18th to early 19th century. The image, which dates back to the 1790s or 1800s, depicts a solitary figure standing outside in a full-length portrait. The woman wears a vibrant green dress, adorned with intricate patterns and a full, voluminous skirt. Her headdress, a crucial element of Estonian traditional attire, is a stunning work of art in itself, featuring a tall, conical shape with a richly decorated band and a cascade of ribbons. The engraving, which is part of the collection at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA), is a testament to the rich cultural heritage of Estonia, a country located in Northern Europe. The image is a valuable contribution to the fields of anthropology and ethnology, providing insight into the clothing and fashion trends of the time. The hand-tinted colors bring the image to life, adding depth and dimension to the intricate details of the costume. Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur, a French artist, is known for his meticulous and detailed engravings of local people and their traditional costumes from various parts of Europe. This particular engraving, with its beautiful use of green color and the exterior setting, is a standout in his extensive body of work. The image invites us to appreciate the unique and diverse cultural traditions of Europe during a time when such documentation was essential for the preservation of heritage and history.

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