Original 1891 Antique French Fashion Print – La Femme et la Famille – Hand-Colored Lithograph – Framed No. 12

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Step back into the elegance of the Belle Époque with this original 1891 French fashion plate from the Parisian publication La Femme et la Famille — an exquisite example of 19th-century style and artistry.

This genuine lithograph features finely detailed illustrations of women in winter attire, showcasing the fashion trends of the time. Each figure is rendered with incredible linework, then hand-colored using watercolour, with distinctive rosy cheeks, a delicate detail painted individually by a 19th-century colorist — a hallmark of authentic prints from this era.

💫 Key Features:

  • Date: December 1891

  • Publication: La Femme et la Famille – Journal des Jeunes Personnes Réunis

  • Technique: Original lithograph with hand-applied watercolor

  • Condition: Very good for age – some natural aging and tone variation consistent with antique paper

  • Framing: Set in a simple, elegant frame (professionally done) with acid-free backing

  • Dimensions (framed): Approx. [insert size, e.g., 38 x 28 cm]

  • Origin: Paris, France

This print is not a reproduction — it is over 130 years old, with all the charm, character, and subtle imperfections that come with authentic antique ephemera.

Whether you're a lover of vintage fashion, interior styling, or unique wall art, this piece is both a conversation starter and a slice of cultural history.

Step back into the elegance of the Belle Époque with this original 1891 French fashion plate from the Parisian publication La Femme et la Famille — an exquisite example of 19th-century style and artistry.

This genuine lithograph features finely detailed illustrations of women in winter attire, showcasing the fashion trends of the time. Each figure is rendered with incredible linework, then hand-colored using watercolour, with distinctive rosy cheeks, a delicate detail painted individually by a 19th-century colorist — a hallmark of authentic prints from this era.

💫 Key Features:

  • Date: December 1891

  • Publication: La Femme et la Famille – Journal des Jeunes Personnes Réunis

  • Technique: Original lithograph with hand-applied watercolor

  • Condition: Very good for age – some natural aging and tone variation consistent with antique paper

  • Framing: Set in a simple, elegant frame (professionally done) with acid-free backing

  • Dimensions (framed): Approx. [insert size, e.g., 38 x 28 cm]

  • Origin: Paris, France

This print is not a reproduction — it is over 130 years old, with all the charm, character, and subtle imperfections that come with authentic antique ephemera.

Whether you're a lover of vintage fashion, interior styling, or unique wall art, this piece is both a conversation starter and a slice of cultural history.

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