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1888 Chromolithograph Costume Folk Breton Brittany 19th Century Traditional LCH5
1888 Chromolithograph Costume Folk Breton Brittany 19th Century Traditional LCH5

1888 Chromolithograph Costume Folk Breton Brittany 19th Century Traditional LCH5

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This is a rare original 1888 color chromolithograph which depicts some of the wildly colorful outfits worn by the Bretons of Brittany in 19th century France. Compared to other regions, the cotton bonnets of these women appear quite muted. The dresses, however, are extremely colorful, with decorative aprons to match.

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) - Woman from Bannalec - Villager from Locmariaquer - Young lady from Ile-des-Batz - Woman from Pont-l'Abbé - Villager from Douarnenez, wearing quite a distinctive headdress - Woman from Pont-l'Abbé- Woman from Ploudaniel.

Bottom (Left to right) - Married woman from Quimperlé in a silk apron and a belt embroidered with gold and silver, with a cross around her neck - Man from Bannalec - Woman from Pont-l'Abbé - Man from Saint-Goazec - Woman from Melguen, with a cross around her neck.

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: historical, fashion, shawl, ethnic, native, clothing, attire, garment, dress, garb, vest

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