1870 France Costume Dress Women Hat First French Empire - ORIGINAL COS6

"Dames de Paris, (1813)."

This is an original 1870 hand-colored copper engraving of the costume of an upper-class Parisian women at the time of the First French Empire or Napoleonic Empire in France, after a work by Antoine Charles Horace Vernet. The typical dress of the period had an Empire silhouette -- high-waisted, gathered just under the bust and falling loosely below.

Period Paper is pleased to offer a rare and well-preserved collection of original hand-colored copper engravings, on heavy paper stock, of the historical costumes and fashions of France from the 5th century to the Second French Empire. The work of Pauquet Frres, these engravings include both historical figures as well as historical regional and national dress. Engravings like these are highly collectible not only for their subject matter, but also for their exceptional color saturation and the high quality of the detailed brushwork. Please note that the original copper plate impression is visible on many of these engravings.

CONDITION

This 141+ year old Item is rated Near Mint / Very Fine. No creases. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage.

• Product Type: Original Copper Engraving; Color
• Grade: Near Mint / Very Fine
• Dimensions: Approximately 8.5 x 12 inches; 22 x 30 cm
• Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
• Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)

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