Habit of a Russian Girl in 1764

by Thomas Jefferys

This finely engraved copperplate illustration is taken from a print produced by Thomas Jefferys and provides an interesting ethnographic view of the Russian Empire at the middle of the eighteenth century. This beautiful print depicts in great detail the traditional costume of a young woman from Russia, including the intricate details of fabrics worn and accessories used during the reign of Catherine the Great. As a historical document, the print serves to give an idea of how Russian identity was perceived during the time of the Enlightenment.

Being an illustration that was made with a highly detailed approach typical for Jefferys, this print will be extremely valuable for collectors interested in eighteenth-century costume illustrations, Slavic studies, and antique prints in general.