(Because yesterday's post was very long, I decided to cut the bottom section off and post it today.) July 1, 1786 A manner of dressing to ride a horse, which is surely not less elegant than than that of our drawn Man, is that which consists of wearing well very white Breeches and a Gilet, … Continue reading Cabinet des Modes, 16e Cahier, 1ere Figure (part two)
Category: 18th century
Cabinet des Modes, 16e Cahier, 1ere Figure
July 1, 1786 WE are convinced that if there is a situation where one must more particularly follow Fashion, which is nearly always representative of taste and elegance, it is when one goes to ride a horse. There are such obstacles to avoid when one is riding; we mean there are such riders that one … Continue reading Cabinet des Modes, 16e Cahier, 1ere Figure
Cabinet des Modes, 15e Cahier, 3e Figure
June 15, 1786 PLATE III. THIS Plate represents a wood Boudoir, painted in grey-white, and decorated with mirrors. In the most convenient place a rather deep niche is made, at the top of which is attached a drapery of blue Pekin, trimmed with fringe and tassels, and which falls rather low; the outer sides are decorated … Continue reading Cabinet des Modes, 15e Cahier, 3e Figure
Cabinet es Modes, 15e Cahier, 2e Figure
June 15, 1786 PLATE II. A Daybed à la Turque, to put in a little Apartment. This Bed is only three feet wide, and six feet long; it is very-slightly elevated, and it is scarcely above the ground. The seat is trimmed with a well furnished mattress and two cushions. Above is raised, more than … Continue reading Cabinet es Modes, 15e Cahier, 2e Figure
Cabinet des Modes, 15e Cahier, 1ere Figure
June 15, 1786 A Woman, at her toilette, always has need of someone she can consult in order to know if this Coiffure, this Cap, this Hat, this Gown suits her well, and if she can wear it to advantage in the Promenades or other public places: why should we not be her Counsel, and … Continue reading Cabinet des Modes, 15e Cahier, 1ere Figure
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