1857 Modes de Paris Print - Parisian Headwear & Collars - Hand Coloured Fashion Engraving - Vintage Costume Plate - 9.75 x 6.75

This original hand-coloured print depicts Parisian women's headwear and decorative collars. I > This charming engraving features eight delicate hand-coloured illustrations of mid-19th century women's bonnets, veils and lace collars, each numbered and rendered with fine detail and soft pastel ribbons. > Transcribed writing: at foot “Modes de Paris 1857. N° 16.”; numbering above each illustration from 1 to 8. > Produced on medium-weight wove paper. Visit https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/ForestHillArtsHouse?section_id=54122521 for other exciting Fashion prints. Background An illustration from Penelope, a Swedish fashion journal for women, depicting women in fashionable dresses, showcasing the latest couture designs to an international audience. Modes de Paris fashion plates were instrumental in setting trends in mid-19th century Parisian couture, disseminating the latest designs from the ateliers of rue de la Paix to ladies across Europe. About Your Purchase: - Your purchase is this ORIGINAL antique hand-coloured engraved print. No modern reprints, reproductions, or copies. - this print is sold unmounted. Condition: Good antique condition and age-related toning, particularly around the margins; no tears or repairs. Returns & Shipping - Returns: No-questions-asked within 14 days provided in the same condition as dispatched; buyer pays return shipping. - Packing: Securely packaged in a clear bag with a board-backed envelope, further reinforced with recycled cardboard. - Dispatched via Royal Mail Tracked 24/48 (and Royal Mail Tracked International) with: - UK delivery within 1–3 days - US/EU delivery within 5–12 days - Rest-of-world delivery within 7–21 days