Costume Design 1836 - 1837

This fashion illustration by Numa, a French artist active during the 1830s, depicts two women wearing elaborate dresses popular during the mid-19th century. The detailed pen-and-ink drawing highlights the fashionable styles of the era, showcasing the full, flowing skirts, cinched waists, and intricate hairstyles adorned with floral accents. The work, now in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, serves as a valuable snapshot of Parisian fashion during a period of rapid change and evolving aesthetics.