Medieval Costume Figures, 3 Elegant Hand-Colored Antique Prints, France 1845
€ 230
One of a kind: this is the sheet in the photographs. Ships from Langweer, the Netherlands.
Date
1845
Sheet size
22.3 × 30.3 cm (8.8 × 11.9 in)
Condition
Good
Reference
BG-14024-2-29, -30, -31
Condition
Overall fair to good condition. Each sheet shows general age-related toning and discoloration, with scattered foxing and spotting, most noticeable in the margins. The images remain clear and visually strong, with well-preserved hand coloring.
About this sheet
This refined set of three original hand-colored lithographs from 1845 presents elegant medieval costume figures, each shown in a calm, poised stance against an open background. Produced during the 19th-century revival of interest in medieval history and dress, these prints combine historical imagination with strong decorative appeal, making them especially well suited for interior display.
The group includes a richly dressed male figure in a flowing red robe with contrasting green accents; a noblewoman in a long pale blue gown with detailed trim and a graceful trailing silhouette; and a paired scene of two figures in complementary pink and red garments, captured in quiet interaction. Together, the prints offer a harmonious balance of color, form, and gesture. The restrained settings keep the focus on costume, drapery, and posture, giving each figure a sculptural presence on the wall.
The hand coloring is particularly attractive, with saturated yet soft tones of red, blue, pink, and muted earth colors that integrate effortlessly into both classic and contemporary interiors. As a set, the three prints create a coherent visual rhythm, ideal for hanging as a trio or arranged vertically or horizontally in a refined gallery-style presentation.
These are original period prints from 1845, not reproductions. Their combination of elegance, historical atmosphere, and decorative calm makes them appealing to interior designers, collectors of costume prints, and anyone seeking authentic 19th-century artwork with timeless visual character.
Condition report: Overall fair to good condition. Each sheet shows general age-related toning and discoloration, with scattered foxing and spotting, most noticeable in the margins. The images remain clear and visually strong, with well-preserved hand coloring.
Framing tips: For a unified presentation, use matching wide mats in warm ivory or soft cream. Simple dark wood, walnut, or matte black frames will enhance the colors and give the set a cohesive, gallery-grade appearance suitable for residential or hospitality interiors.
Technique: Hand-colored lithographs Maker: Bonnard, France, 1845
