Godey's Fashions for January 1868

Name/Title

Godey's Fashions for January 1868

Entry/Object ID

2022.35.0394

Description

Fashion plate depicting five women and a child. The first woman, viewed from the back, is in all-white bridal attire with scalloped trim and a long veil on her head. The second woman is wearing a purple dress with a black overskirt and black hanging sleeves with purple lining. Along the shoulders, collar, and hem are purple ruffles. The overskirt is trimmed with black cord and a rosette sits just off-center on her waist. The third woman is wearing all-white bridal attire. the dress has short, cap sleeves and elaborate decoration including ruching, beading, ruffles, and lace. From her head, a long, sheer veil. The child is wearing a grey dress with red trim and a matching hat. The fourth woman is wearing a blue dress with white fur trim and a white fur muff. On her head, a short, black hat with an orange plume. The fifth woman is wearing a green dress with long, tight sleeves under an orange overdress with hanging sleeves and green and white trim.

Artwork Details

Medium

Colored Engraving, Paper

Collection

Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection

Category

Fashion Plate
Historic Costume

Made/Created

Manufacturer

Godey, Louis Antoine, 1804-1878. Godey's magazine and lady's book

Date made

1868

Time Period

19th Century, Mid 19th Century

Place

State/Province

New York

Country

United States of America

Continent

North America

Inscription/Signature/Marks

Transcription

Kimmel & Forster NY / Godey's Fashions for January 1868.

Language

English