New photography by Shannon Ruff captured with a digital camera-2008.

A Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year

Engraver Illman & Sons (American, 19th century)

Date1851

MediumEngraving

ClassificationsWorks on Paper

Credit LineGift of Ms. Anne Rowland

Object number79.210.182

Terms

Women
fashion illustration
fashion
women
dresses

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DescriptionPage from Les Modes Parisiennes; Peterson's Magazine. Commonly called Godey's Lady's Book. This work features two vignettes. The top scene features three women dressed in elegant gowns, opening Christmas presents with children. The bottom scene features two women walking outside in elegant gowns and coats. Behind them is a horse drawn carriage.