PLATE III. It represents two Bergères of the most agreeable form. The first, on the left, is in cannelé, chiné, and striped silk. The wood, walnut, sculpted and gilded. The second, on the right, is in cannelé, striped silk. The wood, also walnut, sculpted and gilded. It is at the shop of M. BOUCHE the younger, no. … Continue reading Cabinet des Modes, 7e Cahier, 3e Planche
Cabinet des Modes, 7e Cahier, 2e Planche
February 15, 1786 PLATE II. It represents two Armchairs of the latest taste. The first, on the left, is in crimson Utrecht velvet.* The walnut wood is sculpted. The second, on the right, in Aubusson tapestry, flowered, white ground. The wood is also sculpted walnut. * an upholstery fabric made of cotton and mohair
Cabinet des Modes, 7e Cahier, 1ere Planche
February 15, 1786 (Note. Letters sent, whether to the Bookstore, or the Editor of this Work, must be franked. Those which are not will not be opened.) FIRST PLATE. It represents a Woman en négligé, in a new Robe en chemise. Pouf cap, of Italian gauze, trimmed with a bow of Canary's tail ribbon. Chemise with two collars, … Continue reading Cabinet des Modes, 7e Cahier, 1ere Planche
Cabinet des Modes, 6e Cahier, 3e Planche
PLATE III. It represents a day Bed, or Causeuse, properly placed in a boudoir. The Wood of the bed is walnut, sculpted and gilded. The two Headboards, of the same wood, sculpted and gilded, surmounted by a garland of flowers. The Columns, also walnut, sculpted and gilded, surmounted by a pineapple. The Drapery, of chiné … Continue reading Cabinet des Modes, 6e Cahier, 3e Planche
Cabinet des Modes, 6e Cahier, 2e Planche
PLATE II. It represents four Women's Busts. No. I. Cap à la Captif. Toque of nakara satin, trimmed with a green ribbon striped with white. The two veils in white crêpe. This Cap is surmounted by a héron of mottled green peacock feathers. The earrings are pearl rings. Kerchief of linen, trimmed with a collarette. Bow of white … Continue reading Cabinet des Modes, 6e Cahier, 2e Planche