Fashion & Costume · 19th century
€ 260
One of a kind: this is the sheet in the photographs. Ships from Langweer, the Netherlands.
Even toning; minor foxing; colours strong.
Scottish Clan Chief in Highland Dress – Hand-Coloured Lithograph, c.1845
This striking lithograph depicts a Scottish clan chief wearing full Highland dress, including tartan, sporran, and feathered bonnet. The plate reflects the renewed Romantic interest in Scottish identity following the early-19th-century revival of Highland culture.
Drawn and lithographed by Markaert, the image formed part of Wahlen’s encyclopaedic survey of world costumes. The figure is presented with authority and clarity, emphasising ceremonial dress rather than narrative context.
The rich hand colouring of the tartan gives this plate exceptional decorative appeal and makes it one of the most recognisable subjects in the series.
Condition report:
Even toning; minor foxing; colours strong.
Framing tips:
Excellent in a classic gilt or dark mahogany frame with an off-white mat.
Technique: Hand-coloured lithograph
Maker: Markaert, Brussels, c.1845
