This set includes two distinct hand-colored engravings:
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Le Follet (Boulevard St. Martin 69): This plate features an oval composition with two women in a garden setting, showcasing a day dress with a parasol and a more formal evening gown. The address "Boulevard St. Martin 69" was the headquarters for the magazine during the late 1860s.
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Magasin des Demoiselles (Journal Mensuel Illustré): A rectangular plate depicting a more narrative scene with three figures in a wooded landscape. This journal was specifically marketed to young ladies (demoiselles) and is known for its romantic, soft color palettes.
Origin: Paris, France.
Age: Circa 1860–1869 (Victorian Era / Second Empire).
Material: Hand-colored steel engraving on heavy paper, housed in period-style wood frames.
Condition Report:
- Item 1 (with glass): Excellent antique condition. The colors remain vibrant with minimal foxing (age spots).
- Item 2 (without glass): Good antique condition. There is a visible chip/abrasion to the paper surface and expected toning due to exposure. The frame is intact but would benefit from replacement glass to preserve the paper.
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Scholarly Reference
Source: Fashion Plates: 150 Years of Style > Author: April Calahan (Yale University Press, 2015)
Reference: See pages 180–195 for historical context on Le Follet and Journal des Demoiselles, detailing their role in disseminating Parisian "haute couture" via hand-colored engravings during the 1860s.
Item dimensions: 14.5" tall × 12.5" wide × 1.75" deep Â
Weight of item: Item 1: 1 lb 9 oz; Item 2: 1 lb 12.5 oz
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