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Hairstyles of Josephine de Beauharnais, 1788
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Hairstyles of Josephine de Beauharnais, 1788
Hairstyles of Josephine de Beauharnais, 1788, later wife to Napoleon, from murals in the bathrooms at Malmaison in the Roman style. Handcoloured lithograph from Fashions and Customs of Marie Antoinette and her Times, by Le Comte de Reiset, Paris, 1885. The journal of Madame Eloffe, dressmaker and linen-merchant to the Queen and ladies of the court
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This handcoloured lithograph from Fashions and Customs of Marie Antoinette and her Times, published in Paris in 1885, captures the hairstyles of Josephine de Beauharnais, a prominent figure of the late 18th century French aristocracy who would later become Empress Josephine of France, wife to Napoleon Bonaparte. The image is derived from murals in the bathrooms at Malmaison, the couple's country retreat, which were decorated in the Roman style. Josephine's elaborate hairstyle, popular during the late 1780s, is characterized by a high, piled coif, adorned with intricate braids, curls, and ribbons. The hairstyle was a symbol of wealth and luxury, requiring hours of preparation and the expertise of skilled hairdressers. The use of a Roman-inspired setting in the murals reflects the fashionable trend of ancient Rome revivalism during the period. The journal of Madame Eloffe, dressmaker and linen-merchant to the Queen and ladies of the court, provides valuable insights into the fashionable world of the French aristocracy during this time. Her journal, which was published alongside the lithograph, documents the latest trends in fashion, beauty, and etiquette. This image offers a glimpse into the opulent and intricate world of 18th century French aristocratic life, providing a fascinating contrast to the more austere and militaristic style that would come to define the Napoleonic era.
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