Pl.285  "Petite Maitrese du Palais Royal, vetu d'une Robe a la Musulmane &c &c"

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.