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Woman in puce taffeta caraco over a petticoat
Woman in puce taffeta caraco over a petticoat of pink taffeta.. Handcolored 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 Caraco Comte Eloffe Fashions Linen Madame Marie Petticoat Puce Reiset Taffeta Versailles
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This handcolored lithograph, titled "Woman in Puce Taffeta Caraco over a Petticoat of Pink Taffeta," is an exquisite depiction of 18th-century fashion as documented in "Fashions and Customs of Marie Antoinette and her Times" by Comte de Reiset, published in Paris in 1885. The image showcases a woman elegantly dressed in a puce-colored taffeta caraco, a short jacket with a fitted bodice and long sleeves, worn over a voluminous petticoat of pink taffeta. The intricate details of the woman's attire are beautifully rendered, from the delicate floral patterns on the petticoat to the subtle texturing of the taffeta fabric. The setting of the lithograph transports us back to the opulent courts of Versailles during the reign of Marie Antoinette. The woman's refined appearance and the ornate surroundings speak to the grandeur and sophistication of the era. The use of handcoloring adds an extra layer of richness and depth to the image, bringing the woman and her attire to life. This lithograph is a valuable historical record, as it was created by Madame Eloffe, a renowned dressmaker and linen-merchant to the Queen and ladies of the French court. Her expertise in fashion and textiles would have made her privy to the latest trends and styles, making this image a valuable representation of the fashions of the time. The puce taffeta caraco and pink taffeta petticoat depicted in the lithograph are classic examples of the elegant and ornate clothing worn by women of the French court during the 18th century. This image offers a glimpse into the world of Marie Antoinette and her court, providing us with a fascinating glimpse into the past.
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