Fashion & Costume · 19th century
€ 315
One of a kind: this is the sheet in the photographs. Ships from Langweer, the Netherlands.
Good condition with age-related toning. Minor foxing and light discoloration to the margins. Faint handling marks. Plate impression visible and well preserved.
French Fashion Print, Parisian Ladies & Child Interior Scene, c.1887
A refined and elegant 19th-century French fashion engraving depicting two Parisian ladies and a child within a richly decorated interior, capturing a moment of quiet interaction and social refinement. The composition is beautifully balanced, with the figures arranged in a graceful triangular formation that draws the eye naturally through the scene.
Published in the Journal des Dames et des Demoiselles, this hand-colored engraving exemplifies the sophistication of late 19th-century Parisian fashion. The garments are rendered with exceptional detail: a deep olive-green walking dress with tailored structure, contrasted by a striking blue gown with warm brown accents, while the child’s lighter outfit introduces a fresh and harmonious tonal balance.
The interior setting, with its ornate wall decoration and subtle architectural framing, enhances the sense of elegance and intimacy. Scenes featuring both adults and children were particularly desirable in period fashion illustration, as they combined style with narrative warmth—an appeal that continues to resonate strongly with collectors and interior designers today.
The soft, neutral background allows the richly colored garments to stand out, making this piece highly versatile for display. Its refined palette and subject matter make it especially suitable for both classic and contemporary interiors.
This is an original antique engraving, not a reproduction. All items we offer are authentic period works of art over 100 years old. The print is sold unframed; any framed images are shown for presentation and interior inspiration only and may not always be to scale.
Condition: Good condition with age-related toning. Minor foxing and light discoloration to the margins. Faint handling marks. Plate impression visible and well preserved.
Framing tips: Particularly well-suited to elegant interiors. Frame in dark walnut, black, or bronze with a wide ivory mat to enhance the contrast between the soft background and the richly colored garments. Works beautifully as a standalone statement piece or within a curated set.
Technique: Hand-colored engraving
Maker: Journal des Dames et des Demoiselles, Brussels/Paris, late 19th century
