1888 Chromolithograph 19th Century Breton Brittany Mens Folk Clothing LCH5

This is a rare original 1888 color chromolithograph which portrays some of the elegant masculine fashions worn by the Bretons of Brittany in 19th century France.

A unique feature of this illustration, which may be difficult to see in the digital image, is the use of gold ink which not only shimmers when it catches the light but also accentuates some of the finer details that might otherwise be missed.

Key Elements in Each Panel

Top (Left to right) - Inhabitant of Plouvenez-le-Faou - Man in work clothes from Kerlahan - Mountain dweller of La Feuillé - Man in work clothes from Kerlahan - Two villagers from Bannalec.

Bottom (Left to right) - Man in work clothes from Plougastel-Daoulas - Villager from Saint-Goazec in a jacket and gaiters - Man from Pleyben accessorized in a stylish blue sash - Villager in work clothes from Plougastel-Daoulas - Man from Pont-Croix in puffed breeches and gaiters - Elderly man from Quimper, also wearing puffed breeches and gaiters.

CONDITION

This 123+ year old Item is rated Near Mint / Very Fine. Light aging throughout. Light wrinkling. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage.

• Product Type: Original Chromolithograph; Color
• Grade: Near Mint / Very Fine
• Dimensions: Approximately 10 x 13.5 inches; 25 x 34 cm
• Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
• Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)

Period Paper has obtained an extraordinary, ultra-rare collection of original color and chromolithographs, which capture a myriad of ancient cultures and costumes from around the world. Virtually unseen individually, and from perhaps the most coveted portfolio of costumes from the 19th century, these historically important elephant folio-sized chromolithographs depict a myriad of costumes that capture fashions, fads and traditional outfits, as well as the beautiful jewelry work of almost every major European society throughout the last few centuries. Featured in these regions include, Basque, Scotland, Brittany, Moscow, Switzerland, Germany, Poland, England and Holland; there are beautiful illustrations for all, each more unique than the next.

The originals offered are from the first edition of RacinetÕs masterwork on costumes of the world. Many have been heightened in gold and silver. The full color chromolithographs are some of the most spectacular we have procured. The duotone chromolithographs are stunning and impeccably preserved. Each piece from the collection is in museum-quality condition.

Keywords specific to this image: cane, felt hat, wide brimmed hat, leather belt, historical, attire, garment

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