Pl. 42  "Jeune Dame de Lyon vetue d'une robe de taffetas..."

This wonderful series of French costume engravings was originally issued in book form in the late 18th century.  Entitled, Galerie des Modes et Costumes Francais desine d'apres Nature 1778-1787, it was so popular that the entire work was re-issued in the late-19th century by Emil Levy for the Librarie Centrale des Beaux Arts.  Charming descriptions of the highly fashionable French at the end of the 18th century.

16 x 11 3/4 inches sheet
Engraving with full original color
Excellent condition.

Please see French Fashions for other examples.