Antique Print-MINORCA-CULTURE-TRADITIONAL-ATTIRE-MAN-WOMAN-UTILITY-Grasset-1797

Erscheinungsdatum: 1797

Beschreibung

'HOMME INSULAIRE DE MINORQUE. / INSULAR WOMAN OF MINORQUE.'(Island Man and Woamn of Minorca)This print showcases a man from Minorca, an island in the Mediterranean. He is dressed in traditional attire, which includes a wide-brimmed hat, likely for protection against the sun, a vest over a long-sleeved shirt, and knee-length trousers, paired with stockings and shoes. A sash adorns his waist, possibly indicating status or a part of customary dress. He carries a cloak or coat over his shoulder and holds a walking stick, which may suggest a readiness for travel or a symbol of social standing. The clothing suggests practicality mixed with traditional elegance. The companion print presents a woman from Minorca, wearing a traditional and colorful dress that consists of a pink, tiered skirt, a green bodice, and a dark shawl over her shoulders. A long headscarf frames her face, while her feet are adorned with sandals tied at the ankle. She holds a fan, a common accessory in Mediterranean fashion that hints at social activities or a need for comfort in a warm climate. Her poised stance and the detail of her attire, including jewelry, indicate a blend of everyday wear with elements suitable for special occasions.Made by an anonymous engraver after Jacques Grasset de Saint Sauveur.Medium: Handcoloured line and aquatint etching on hand laid paper.Sheet size: 20.5 x 26.1 cm (8.07 x 10.28 inch). Image size: 14.7 x 20.5 cm. (5.79 x 8.07 inch).MINORCA-CULTURE-TRADITIONAL-ATTIRE-MAN-WOMAN-UTILITY | PCO-C27-25BACKGROUND INFORMATIONCostumes de Differents Pays .' by Jacques Grasset de Saint Sauveur, c.1797.Biography artist: Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur (1757-1810) was born as son of a diplomat in Montreal, Canada. He was exposed to varying cultures at an early age. Condition: good, given age. Paper edges a bit irregular and brownish from binding. . General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study scan carefully. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers PICTURA-02689

Bibliografische Details

Titel: Antique ...

Erscheinungsdatum: 1797

Illustrator: Jacques Grasset de Saint Sauveur