Framed “Dames De Paris” Lithograph – Mid-Century Reproduction of 18th-Century Fashion Illustration 23.5″ W × 18″ H × 0.5″ D

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This charming mid-century reproduction of Paul Gavarni’s 1843 lithograph Dames de Paris captures the elegance and social poise of Parisian … Read more This charming mid-century reproduction of Paul Gavarni’s 1843 lithograph Dames de Paris captures the elegance and social poise of Parisian women in the 1770s. Printed with soft hand-tinting and inscribed in French, it draws from Gavarni’s Histoire du Costume en France series—an iconic visual archive of 18th-century fashion.
Five finely dressed figures stand in layered gowns and coiffed hairstyles, each rendered with exquisite detail that evokes Rococo grace and romantic storytelling. The piece is framed under glass with a simple wood molding and linen mat, echoing the design aesthetic of 1940s–60s boutique hotel decor. A handwritten note on the back (“Room 718 over desk”) suggests provenance from a hotel suite or curated interior setting.

- Style: French Fashion Illustration / Rococo Revival / Decorative Arts
- Era: Mid-Century Reproduction, circa 1950s
- Medium: Lithograph on paper, printed after the original 1843 design
- Frame: Wood with linen mat, glass-fronted
- Dimensions: 23.5″ W × 18″ H × 0.5″ D
- Condition: Excellent vintage condition with soft age toning

Styling Tip: Pair with vintage vanity accents, perfume bottles, or figural lighting for a romantic vignette full of charm and historical nods.
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