Fashionable hats of 1788

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Fashionable hats of 1788

Woman in large striped bonnet-hat over a gauze night cap, and woman in black felt hat with feather trim, ribbons and plumes. 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 Comte Courtier Eloffe Feather Felt Gauze Journal Madame Marie Nobility Plumes Reiset Ribbons Stripe Trim Versailles Bonnet Hat

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1. Title: "Fashionable Hats of 1788: A Glimpse into the Extravagant World of Marie Antoinette's Court" This handcoloured lithograph, entitled "Fashions and Customs of Marie Antoinette and her Times," offers a fascinating peek into the world of 18th-century French aristocracy through its depiction of two elegant women donning the height of fashionable headgear in 1788. The image, taken from the esteemed journal of Madame Eloffe, dressmaker and linen-merchant to the Queen and ladies of the court, is a testament to the opulence and grandeur of the era. On the left, a woman proudly wears a large striped bonnet-hat, its wide brim adorned with intricate ribbons and a delicate gauze night cap peeking out from beneath. The bonnet's vibrant stripes, reminiscent of the popular Jacob fabric, reflect the playful and colorful nature of the time. The contrast between the formal bonnet and the casual night cap underscores the versatility and complexity of women's fashion during this period. On the right, another woman dons a chic black felt hat, trimmed with an extravagant assortment of feathers, ribbons, and plumes. The hat's sleek design and dark color exude sophistication and mystery, while the feathers and plumes add an air of elegance and allure. This image, produced by the renowned French publisher Le Comte de Reiset, offers a unique glimpse into the world of Marie Antoinette and her court at the Palace of Versailles. The meticulous attention to detail and the vibrant colors of this handcoloured lithograph serve as a testament to the enduring allure of 18th-century French fashion.

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