Authentic antique French fashion lithographs from La Mode Illustrée, one of Paris’s most influential 19th-century fashion journals.
This elegant matching pair features Victorian women in period dress and retains exceptional original character and presentation.
Description
This set of two original French fashion lithographs dates to the late 19th century and was published in Paris by La Mode Illustrée, as indicated by the original imprint reading Bureaux du Journal, 56 rue Jacob, Paris, along with period dressmaker credits.
The lithographs are true stone lithographs, displaying fine engraved linework, soft tonal transitions, and detailed cross-hatching consistent with 19th-century printing techniques. The paper shows even, natural age toning appropriate to original antique examples and does not exhibit the brightness, stiffness, or dot patterns associated with later reproductions.
Each piece is housed in its original solid wood frame, featuring scalloped edges and a warm, naturally aged patina. The frames have been recently revived and oiled to enhance the wood grain while preserving their historic integrity. The backs retain original paper backing remnants, early metal points, and period hanging wire, with visible wear consistent with age and long life.
Based on the paper characteristics, printing method, publisher imprint, and original framing materials, these works are consistent with authentic 19th-century La Mode Illustrée lithographs, not later decorative reproductions.
This refined matching pair is well suited for a library, dressing room, powder room, or curated gallery wall and complements European, Victorian, French country, and eclectic interiors.
Details
• Original French fashion lithographs
• Publication: La Mode Illustrée
• Period: Late 19th century
• Medium: Lithograph
• Country of origin: France
• Sold as a matching set of two
• Original antique wood frames
***AI was used in the thumbnail photo to demonstrate how the piece will look in a room. There may be slight variations from the AI image to the real item(s).
Measurements (each, framed)
• Height: 17.50 inches
• Width: 14 inches
Condition
• Lithographs: Excellent antique condition with crisp detail and even age toning
• Frames: Solid and structurally sound; recently oiled with authentic patina
• Backs: Original paper backing with age-related wear and losses consistent with antique framing
Price Justification
Priced to reflect the originality, age, condition, and authenticity of this matching pair of 19th-century French fashion lithographs with original frames.
