A group of women standing close together display their persons, which are decorated rather than veiled by transparent figured draperies; one is in back view. Curls dangle over their eyes and on their necks, issuing from beneath close-fitting caps crowned with erect bunches of realistic flowers; one wears a broader cap, and two wear chin-straps. The breasts are generally uncovered. To each lady's wrist is attached by a long ribbon a pouch inscribed 'Ridicule'. Above the ankle is a band of ribbon or fringe tied with a large bow, probably marking the limit of the (invisible) maillot. A patterned carpet covers the floor. Across the upper part of the design is etched 'Full Dress'.  24 November 1799
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<p>Print made by: John Cawse
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<dl><dd>Lettering engraved by: F Sansom</dd>
<dd>Published by: S W Fores</dd></dl></div>
1799<div style="display: none;">date QS:P571,+1799-00-00T00:00:00Z/9</div>
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