Les Modes Parisiennes

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Genesee Country Village & Museum

Name/Title

Les Modes Parisiennes

Entry/Object ID

2022.35.0146

Description

Fashion plate depicting two women in an indoor setting. The woman on the left is wearing a white dress with funnel sleeves and a pleated trim. On her head, a lace cap with a blue bow and pink flowers. The woman on the right is wearing a grey plaid dress with brown ruffles. On her head, a straw bonnet with a large white and pink bow, lace trim, and flowers.

Artwork Details

Medium

Colored Engraving, Paper

Collection

Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection

Category

Fashion Plate
Historic Costume

Made/Created

Manufacturer

Costume Parisien

Date made

circa 1860

Time Period

19th Century, Mid 19th Century

Inscription/Signature/Marks

Type

Makers Mark

Location

Below the depiction

Transcription

Illman & Sons

Language

English

Material/Technique

Printed

Type

Printed

Location

Bottom center

Transcription

Les Modes Parisiennes

Language

French

Translation

Parisian Fashions

Material/Technique

Printed