Costume of French youths, 15th century
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Costume of French youths, 15th century
Costume of French youths, 15th century.. Handcolored illustration drawn and lithographed by Paul Mercuri with text by Camille Bonnard from Historical Costumes from the 12th to 15th Centuries, Levy Fils, Paris, 1860
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15thcentury Bonnet Camillebonnard Cracows Doublet Paulmercuri Stockings Tournamentbook Trousers Tunic
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This stunning handcolored illustration, drawn and lithographed by Paul Mercuri with text by Camille Bonnard, showcases the fashionable attire of French youths during the 15th century. The image, taken from the book "Historical Costumes from the 12th to 15th Centuries" published by Levy Fils in Paris in 1860, provides a captivating glimpse into the sartorial trends of the time. Two young men are depicted in the illustration, each dressed in the height of 15th-century fashion. The figure on the left wears a tunic, which is open at the front, revealing a fitted doublet underneath. The doublet is adorned with intricate embroidery and is cinched at the waist with a belt. The youth also wears a pair of high-waisted trousers, or "cracows," which are held up by a belt and are gathered at the ankles. A simple, round bonnet completes his outfit, which is topped with a feather. The figure on the right is dressed in a similar manner, but his tunic is closed at the front with a lace-up bodice. He wears a long, pointed cap, or "barthelemydeyck," which is also adorned with a feather. Both youths wear stockings that are held up with garters and wear shoes with laces. This illustration provides valuable insight into the fashion trends of the 15th century, a time when tournaments and grand feasts were common occasions for displaying one's wealth and status through elaborate clothing. The intricate details of the embroidery and the use of luxurious fabrics in the illustration underscore the importance of fashion during this period in French history.
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