Costume Design 1836 - 1837

This watercolor on paper by French artist Pierre-Numa Bassaget, also known as Numa, is a fashion illustration created between 1836 and 1837, during the height of the Romantic era. The artwork depicts three women in fashionable attire, showcasing the intricate details and trends of the period, including bonnets, shawls, and voluminous skirts. This detailed costume design, now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, offers a glimpse into the evolving world of fashion during the 19th century.