Antique Print-TURKISH-CULTURE-TRADITIONAL-ATTIRE-WOMEN-Labrousse-Grasset-1797

(Turkish Women)

This print presents two Turkish women, elegantly dressed in traditional attire that embodies the cultural and religious sensibilities of their region. The first woman stands upright and is adorned in a flowing, full-length gown, with a headscarf that covers her hair, framing her face in a way that respects the modesty valued in her society. The second woman is seated, also wearing a headscarf and a robe-like garment with distinct embroidery or trim. Both figures exhibit a poised and reserved demeanor, which may reflect the social customs of Turkish women during the time. Their clothing is likely made from materials that are both functional for the climate and indicative of their status or regional identity. The setting appears peaceful and somewhat pastoral, perhaps hinting at a tranquil aspect of everyday life.

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.

TURKISH-CULTURE-TRADITIONAL-ATTIRE-WOMEN-RELIGION | PCO-C27-42

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.