Costume of Caen The woman has fixed her bavolet
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Costume of Caen The woman has fixed her bavolet
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, 1827/1885. With their tall Alsation lace hats, the women of Caux and Normandy were famous for the elegance and style
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Alsation Bonnet Caux Engraved Gatine Havre Lace Lante Marie Normandy Shawl Tradeswoman
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This handcolored fashion plate illustration, taken from Louis-Marie Lante's "Costumes des femmes du Pays de Caux" published around 1827-1885, showcases the elegant attire of a woman from Caen, a region in Normandy, France, renowned for its unique and sophisticated fashion. The woman is depicted wearing a tall, ornate bonnet known as a bavolet. The bavolet is adorned with artificial flowers and veils twisted over the crown, creating an intricate and elegant design. The woman's dress is adorned with bolbec lace, a traditional lace from the region, adding an air of refinement and elegance to her ensemble. She wears a shawl draped over her shoulders, adding a touch of warmth and comfort to her outfit. The woman's trade or occupation is not indicated in the illustration, but her simple yet stylish attire suggests that she may have been a tradeswoman or a woman of means. The illustration is engraved and handcolored, showcasing the intricate details of the woman's costume and the beauty of the Alsatian lace. The fashion of Caen and Normandy was renowned for its elegance and sophistication during this period, and this illustration provides a fascinating glimpse into the fashionable world of the past.
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