Francois Boucher, Madam Bergeret Madame Bergeret is hoding her "Bergere" straw hat, also known as the "Shepherdess," "Milkmaid", or "Skimmer." They were often worn "gipsy" style, with a ribbon that tied under the chin encircling the head. Bergeres had long been worn in rural England; in August 1667…

…Early 20c. ) Fashioned named for opereta " Merry Widow " by Franz Lehar. Large hat with wide brim, decorated with " willow" plumes and flowers. MILKMAID HAT - ( 18c. ) " Country " fashion, garden hat with a low crown and wide brim, worn over a lingerie cap. Hat tied down with ribbon under chin. Fashion…

…Bergeret Francois Boucher's portrait of Madame Bergeret, ca. 1750s Madame Bergeret is hoding her "Bergere" straw hat, also known as the "Shepherdess," "Milkmaid", or "Skimmer." read more Toulouse-Lautrec, Le Divan Japonais Toulouse-Lautrec poster, "Le Divan Japonais," 1892. This Toulouse-Lautrec poster depicts…