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Bonnet a l Iphigenie and chapeau a la Colette
Bonnet a l Iphigenie, a pouf in white gauze with flowers inspired by the 1779 opera by Gluck, and chapeau a la Colette, straw hat decorated with ribbons. Handcoloured lithograph 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
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Antoinette Aristocracy Bonnet Chapeau Colette Comte Courtier Eloffe Gauze Gluck Iphigenia Journal Madame Marie Mode Nobility Opera Pouf Reiset Ribbons Straw Versailles
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This exquisite handcoloured lithograph, taken from the esteemed journal of Madame Eloffe, dressmaker and linen-merchant to the Queen and ladies of the French court, showcases two fashionable headpieces popular during the late 18th century at the French court of Marie Antoinette. The first, the Bonnet a l'Iphigenie, is a magnificent pouf in white gauze adorned with delicate flowers, inspired by the 1779 opera "Iphigenie en Aulide" by Christoph Willibald Gluck. The elegant design of this bonnet, with its intricate floral motifs, was a favorite among the aristocracy and nobility of Versailles. The second headpiece, the Chapeau a la Colette, is a charming straw hat embellished with ribbons. The simple yet elegant design of this hat, named after the famous actress Mademoiselle Colette, added a touch of playfulness and informality to the formal attire of the time. The use of ribbons, a popular accessory during this period, added a feminine touch to the hat, making it a must-have for any fashionable woman. This beautiful image, taken from "Fashions and Customs of Marie Antoinette and her Times" by Comte de Reiset, published in Paris in 1885, provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of fashion and luxury during the late 18th century. The meticulous attention to detail in the handcoloured lithograph, with its intricate floral designs and elegant ribbons, showcases the beauty and sophistication of the French aristocracy during this period. Whether worn to the opera or to a formal court event, these headpieces were essential elements of the fashionable wardrobe, reflecting the opulence and elegance of the French court.
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