Print Description
(Emperor & Noblewoman of China) This depiction showcases the regal attire of the Chinese Emperor and a noblewoman, symbolizing their high status within the hierarchical society. The Emperor is garbed in an ornate robe, richly decorated with traditional motifs and symbols of imperial authority, his head adorned with a headdress befitting his sovereign role. Standing beside him is a noblewoman, her attire less opulent yet still indicative of her elevated rank, with intricate patterns and fine fabrics. Together, they present a visual narrative of wealth, power, and the refined aesthetic characteristic of the Chinese nobility during the period.
Made by Labrousse 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).
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.
CULTURE-CHINA-IMPERIAL-NOBILITY-ATTIRE-EMPEROR-NOBLEWOMAN-TRADITION-CLOTHING | PCO-C27-49
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
Costumes de Differents Pays …’ by Jacques Grasset de Saint Sauveur, c.1797.
Biography engraver: Labrousse was a late 18th C. French engraver.
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.
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