Fashion engraving from "Très Parisien"
Books & Magazines
Inventory number
2018.7.4.4.BM.MG.1920.FR
Author:
Très Parisien (French, 1920-1936)
Description
Fashion plate taken from the 6th publication of 1920, the winter edition, of 'Très Parisien'.
This stencil depicts a woman in an ensemble known as 'Liliane' made up of a tailored suit with a black and red lattice pattern, and white fox fur trim. The description states, "This bold creation gives an out of the ordinary allure to brunettes. Blondes, on the other hand, should be wary of it. "
Materials
Tracing-paper
Hand-coloured engraving
Origin
1920
Paris, France
Dimensions
Length : 12.4 cm
Height : 19 cm