Cardinal en Habit de Chœur (Cardinal in Choir Dress), Plate 7, 1862
€ 110
Original antique · The actual sheet photographed · Certificate of authenticity on request · Sold unframed · Worldwide shipping from € 15 (rates)
Date
1862
Sheet size
26 × 20 cm (10.2 × 7.9 in)
Condition
Good
Reference
BG-14006-64
What the condition grades mean
Excellent
Bright and clean, with no faults worth mentioning.
Very good
Only light signs of age, such as faint toning.
Good
Normal signs of age for a sheet of this period: toning, some foxing, small marks or neat old repairs.
Fair
Clear faults such as staining, tears or repairs, priced to match.
Every fault we see is written in the condition note, and the whole sheet is shown uncropped in the photos.
Condition
The print is in good condition, with vivid hand-coloring, minimal discoloration, slight edge wear but no visible major tears or stains. Perfect for display purposes. Please review the images for further condition details.
About this sheet
Cardinal en Habit de Chœur (Cardinal in Choir Dress), Plate 7, 1862
This richly detailed handcolored lithograph, Cardinal en Habit de Chœur (Cardinal in Choir Dress), Plate 7 from Album ou Collection Complète, et Historique des Costumes de la Cour de Rome by G. Perugini, presents a cardinal in full ceremonial attire. The crimson robes, highlighted with subtle golden embroidery and a fur-lined mozzetta, denote his high rank within the Catholic hierarchy. The cardinal is portrayed with a dignified expression, holding a biretta, a square cap traditionally worn during formal Church ceremonies.
The elegant drapery of his robes and the intricate lace detailing of the rochet add depth and movement to the composition, evoking the grandeur and solemnity of ecclesiastical traditions.
Historical Context: Choir dress, as depicted in this lithograph, is reserved for liturgical functions and public ceremonies, signifying the cardinal’s pivotal role in guiding the faithful. This plate captures the ceremonial opulence of 19th-century ecclesiastical attire, reflecting the era's devotion to tradition and artistry.
Provenance: Published in Paris by L’Aubert and Lemoine, this piece is part of an iconic series documenting the ceremonial and daily attire of the Roman Catholic clergy. The work provides a vivid window into the splendor of the Church’s visual traditions during the 19th century.
An exceptional acquisition for collectors of religious iconography, costume studies, and fine lithography.
