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Habit Unis/Dame en Panier/Habit Ordinaires

Habit Unis/Dame en Panier/Habit Ordinaires is an ink print by the Baroque artist Jacques Chéreau. It dates from 1724 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
- Inscription
- Inscribed:lower left in image: A Paris chez Chereau, rue St. Jacques; lower right in image: au Grand St. Remy 7; across lower edge of plate:HABIT UNIS; DAME EN PANIER; HABIT ORDINAIRES
About this work
Overview
Habit Unis/Dame en Panier/Habit Ordinaires is a print created by Jacques Chéreau around 1724, combining engraving and etching techniques on laid paper.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts three figures in 18th-century clothing, arranged in a line with a woman at the center, flanked by two men in similar attire, one of whom is shown from behind.
Technique & Style
The work showcases intricate lines and textures achieved through engraving and etching, characteristic of the Baroque style, known for its ornate and detailed qualities.
History & Provenance
Created circa 1724 by Jacques Chéreau, this print exemplifies the artistic practices of its time.
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