French Women’s Fashions 18th Century Salon Scene 1876 Antique Print

This elegant original chromolithograph features two captivating views of French women's fashion in the 18th century. The upper section presents a lineup of ladies in elaborate gowns, adorned with ruffled sleeves, lace-trimmed skirts, towering hats, and decorative accessories. Their poses and hairstyles reflect the evolving styles of the late 1700s, from pastoral influences to aristocratic refinement.

The lower scene brings the era to life inside a fashionable salon. Seated and standing figures engage in conversation, dressmaking, and leisure, surrounded by draped interiors and period furnishings. The image captures both the social rituals and luxurious attire of the time with rich illustrative detail. Published in Paris by Firmin-Didot in 1876 for Auguste Racinet’s Le Costume Historique, the plate measures approximately 7.5 x 10.5 inches and is blank on the reverse. An excellent piece for collectors of fashion history or decorative art.