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London Citizens Daughter, 1643 (etching)
XJF407366 London Citizens Daughter, 1643 (etching) by Hollar, Wenceslaus (1607-77); Private Collection; (add.info.: Civis Londinensis Filia; illustration from Theatrum Mulierum or Aula Veneris, a collection of fashion plates of costume of English and European women; ); Czech, out of copyright
Media ID 12875996
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This etching, titled "London Citizens Daughter, 1643" takes us back to the social fabric of seventeenth-century London. Created by Wenceslaus Hollar, a Czech artist renowned for his intricate prints, this piece offers a glimpse into the life and fashion of an English citizen's daughter. The young woman depicted in the etching stands tall and proud in her elaborate attire. Her collar frames her face delicately, drawing attention to her refined features. The full-length profile allows us to appreciate every detail of her costume – from the elegant cap perched atop her head to the intricately designed dress that drapes gracefully around her figure. As part of "Theatrum Mulierum" or "Aula Veneris" a collection showcasing fashionable costumes worn by European women, this print serves as both an artistic representation and historical documentation. It provides valuable insights into the clothing styles prevalent during this era while also shedding light on societal norms and expectations placed upon women. With its meticulous details and expert craftsmanship, Hollar's etching transports us back in time. It invites us to imagine ourselves walking alongside this London citizen's daughter as she navigates through bustling streets filled with horse-drawn carriages and market vendors. Preserved within a private collection but made accessible through Fine Art Finder at www. bridgemanart. com, this print continues to captivate viewers centuries after its creation. Its timeless beauty serves as a reminder of how art can transcend time and bring history alive before our
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