J.J. Rousseau
Jean-Jacques Rousseau is depicted here in his famous 'Armenian costume,' a distinctive look he adopted in his later years while living in exile. He swapped restrictive French fashion for a comfortable fur-trimmed tunic and a tall fur hat, partly due to urinary health issues and partly as a rebellious statement against the artificiality of society. This lithograph, reflecting the Rococo movement's interest in individual character, captures the philosopher's intense gaze and unique attire, preserving a moment when he chose comfort and authenticity over convention.
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