Riding Costume – 1882

An authentic 19th-century hand-colored fashion engraving showcasing two distinct styles of Victorian high-society attire. The historical print features an outdoor estate scene near a stone staircase, with horses and a groom visible in the background. On the left, a lady models a tailored navy blue riding habit with a fitted jacket, white vest, and matching long skirt, while holding a riding crop and top hat. On the right, the second lady wears an elaborate promenade gown consisting of a pink and gold embroidered long vest with white lace trim, layered over a draped silver-gray skirt adorned with large pink silk ribbon bows. This highly detailed illustration serves as a valuable resource for antique print collectors, historical costume designers, and enthusiasts of late Victorian fashion history.

Credit: The Claremont Colleges