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Curatorial Narrative The engraving "Habit of a Crim Tartare, in 1700. Tartare de Crimee" by Charles Grignion is situated at the cusp of the 18th century's fascination with Eastern cultures and the emerging discipline of architectural drawing. Created between 1757 and 1772, this work exemplifies the Linear style that dominated European engravings during this period, characterized by a focus on precision and a deliberate suppression of expressive brushwork in favor of mechanical lines. The engraving's subject matter an anonymous figure clad in Crimean Tartar garb, set against a backdrop of simple architectural elements bespeaks an interest in capturing the essence of foreign cultures through visual representation.Upon enlargement to its original size of 44x57, the palette and spatial depth of "Habit of a Crim Tartare" assume a more pronounced role. The geometric modern design style that underpins this work creates a sense of spatial