Les Mentes et Redingottes
1724
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1724
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This engraving shows three figures standing side by side. The person on the left wears a wide-brimmed hat, a long coat with buttons, and a sash. The middle figure is dressed in a long, flowing robe with a high collar and a cape draped over their shoulders. The person on the right has a similar hat and coat to the first, but their coat is simpler, with fewer details. The title at the bottom, *Les Mentes et Redingottes*, hints this might be showing fashionable clothing from the time. The clothing looks stiff and formal, with lots of buttons and folds. Look up etching to see how artists like Chéreau created these sharp, detailed lines.
