Costume of madame Henguerlot, merveilleuse
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Costume of madame Henguerlot, merveilleuse
Costume of madame Henguerlot, merveilleuse.. Costume of madame Henguerlot, merveilleuse. She wears a Greek robe in silk, spencer a la Jockey, English bonnet with ribbons, wig with loose strands a la victime, and an Incroyables cravat. Her thin gauze slip reveals her beautiful legs. Handcolored etching by Auguste Etienne Guillaumot Jr. from Costumes of the Directory, Rouquette, Paris, 1875. The etchings were made from designs by Eugene Lacoste and Draner after prints of the era 1795-99
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Madame Henguerlot, Merveilleuse: A Vision of Directory Era Fashion This handcolored etching, created by Auguste Etienne Guillaumot Jr. in 1875, showcases the extraordinary fashion sense of Madame Henguerlot, a prominent figure in Parisian society during the Directory period (1795-99). The image, taken from the collection "Costumes of the Directory" by Rouquette, Paris, offers a glimpse into the opulence and intrigue of the time. Madame Henguerlot's ensemble is a stunning fusion of Greek, English, and French influences. She dons a Greek robe in rich silk, its flowing lines and delicate drapery evoking the elegance of ancient Greece. Over this, she wears a spencer jacket, or 'a la Jockey,' a popular style of the era characterized by its fitted bodice and long, full sleeves. The jacket is adorned with intricate embroidery, adding an air of sophistication. Atop her head, Madame Henguerlot sports an English bonnet, its ribbons cascading down her shoulders in a playful contrast to her otherwise formal attire. Her wig, styled a la victime, features loose strands that frame her face, creating a soft, feminine look. The pièce de résistance of her outfit is the Incroyables cravat, a bold and extravagant accessory that was all the rage during the Directory era. Beneath her robe, Madame Henguerlot's thin gauze slip reveals her beautifully toned legs, adding a hint of sensuality to her regal appearance. The intricacy of the details in this etching, from the delicate folds of her robe to the intricate embroidery on her spencer jacket, is a testament to the skill and artistry of the time. This image of Madame Henguerlot, Merveilleuse, serves as a fascinating window into the world of Directory era fashion, offering a glimpse into the opulence, intrigue, and beauty of the time.
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