An Explosion of Fashion Magazines

anoniem, anonymous, anoniem, anonymous, c. 1860 - c. 1870

Starting from the 1850s, fashion magazines became more affordable and acquired a wider readership. The invention of the sewing machine around 1850 made it easier for people to make their own clothes. Ready-made garments were now also on offer, with fashion plates providing vendor addresses, such as the Maison Gagelin in Paris.

  • Artwork typemodeprent
  • Object numberRP-P-OB-103.064
  • Dimensionsheight 277 mm x width 395 mm
  • Physical characteristicsgravure