Modes Parisiennes

Name/Title

Modes Parisiennes

Entry/Object ID

2022.35.0383

Description

Fashion plate depicting three women. The first woman is wearing a pale blue dress with a three-tiered skirt ending in ruffles at each hem. At her sleeves, long white double frills. The neckline cuts down to a low V over a chemisette banded with blue bows. On her head, a lace cap with pink flowers trailing down her neck. The second woman is wearing a brown dress with a basque bodice, bell sleeves, and buttons all down the front. White lace frills are at the collar and cuffs. On her head, a floral bonnet with blue ribbon. The third woman is wearing a dark green plaid dress under a long red cloak with lapels, a greecian-inspired border and deep fringe. On her head, a black bonnet.

Artwork Details

Medium

Colored Engraving, Paper

Collection

Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection

Category

Fashion Plate
Historic Costume

Made/Created

Manufacturer

Modes Parisiennes

Date made

1856

Time Period

19th Century, Mid 19th Century

Inscription/Signature/Marks

Transcription

Modes Parisiennes. / Published for HERMANN J. MEYER 184 William Street NEW YORK 1856

Language

English

Other Names and Numbers

Other Numbers

Number Type

Old Number

Other Number

2010.073.41