1893 Photogravure Duchess Saint-Simon 17th Century Portrait Dress Costume XEG6

This is an original 1893 black and white photogravure of a stippled engraving which depicts Marie-Gabrielle de Durfort de Lorges, the Duchess de Saint-Simon. Although her husband was ranked higher than her on the social ladder, even those who did not approve of unequal marriages were forced to admit that they were extremely happy together.

CONDITION

This 118+ year old Item is rated Very Fine +++. Light aging throughout. No creases. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. Moderate water staining.

• Product Type: Original Photogravure; Black / White
• Grade: Very Fine +++
• Dimensions: Approximately 4.5 x 5 inches; 11 x 13 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 is excited to offer a collection about various important figures from the 17th century French court. Instead of the usual images of King Louis XIV, these portraits delve a little deeper into several lesser-known characters, all of who have a place of their own in France's long and dignified history. Madame de Maintenon, Hortense Mancini, and Louis de Bourbon are just some of those figures.

Keywords specific to this image: famous, figure, woman, fashion

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