
persondresshattextborderwomandresshatengravinghistorical fashioncostume16th centuryFrench text
This is a black and white engraving depicting a woman in 16th-century English attire. She is shown in a three-quarter pose, kneeling with one knee on the ground. She is wearing a long, elaborate dress with a fitted bodice and a full skirt. The dress has a high collar and is adorned with intricate patterns. She is also wearing a hat with a feather. In her right hand, she holds a patterned cloth or handkerchief. Below the image, there is text in French. The image is framed by a decorative border with floral and geometric motifs. The style of the engraving suggests it is from a historical or costume book, likely intended to illustrate the fashion of the time. The lines are fine and detailed, creating a sense of texture and depth.
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