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Louise Adelaide d Orleans, later Abbess of
Louise Adelaide d Orleans, later Abbess of Chelles, 1698-1743. She is depicted as a young woman before becoming a nun, wearing a simple morning dress in back with white fur trim, and white veil and wimple. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Georges Jacques Gatine after an illustration by Louis Marie Lante from Galerie Francaise de Femmes Celebres, Paris, 1827
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Abbess Adelaide Celebres Dorleans Femmes Francaise Galerie Gatine Georges Jacques Lace Lante Louise Marie Morning Robe Veil Wimple Chelles
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In this exquisite handcoloured copperplate engraving, we behold a captivating portrait of Louise Adelaide de Bourbon, later Abbess of Chelles, as a young woman before she took her vows. The image, created by Georges Jacques Gatine after an illustration by Louis Marie Lante for the "Galerie Francaise de Femmes Celebres" published in Paris in 1827, showcases the elegance and refinement of the French aristocracy during the early 18th century. Louise Adelaide, born in 1698, was a member of the esteemed Bourbon family, making her a princess by birth. In the portrait, she is depicted wearing a simple morning dress, which consists of a long-sleeved bodice with a high neckline, a fitted waist, and a full, voluminous skirt. The dress is adorned with delicate lace, adding an air of femininity and elegance to the ensemble. The young princess's outfit is completed with a white veil and wimple, signifying her future religious vocation. The veil is draped over her head and chest, while the wimple, a long, narrow piece of fabric, is worn around her neck and tucked into the bodice of her dress. The white fur trim on the collar of her morning dress adds a touch of luxury and warmth to the otherwise modest attire. The intricate details of the engraving, from the delicate lacework to the meticulously rendered fur trim, serve as a testament to the exceptional craftsmanship of the time. This image offers a glimpse into the fashion and lifestyle of the French aristocracy during the early 18th century, as well as the transition of Louise Adelaide from a worldly princess to a devoted nun.
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