Women of the
Canton of Schwytz
Watercolor
This charming 19th Century watercolor was probably
painted by an amateur artist who copied it from
a plate in one of the great Swiss costume books.
Many amateur artists made their own copies of
these works, and these works. In this case the
artist has copied every detail, including the
title and plate number at the bottom!
Attached to the back of the frame is a sheet
from what was probably the original book that
inspired the artist. It describes the costumes
of the "Canton de Schwytz."
The women of Schwytz, according to the text,
wear a "Strange bonnet, which is black
for maidens and becomes white for married women....
women of the capital charge it with a large
quantity of artificial flowers, or pompoms made
of silk, usually in bright colors, but in gold
and black if they are in mourning..."
Dimensions (including frame):
12 X 14.5
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