Three Women and Two Children – 1830-1840s

Early Victorian Day Dresses and 1840s Womens Bonnets

This rare antique fashion plate from Louis A. Godey and Co. showcases early Victorian attire from the 1830s to 1840s. The illustration depicts three elegant women taking a garden stroll in long day dresses. Their ensembles feature distinctive elements such as a tiered skirt, lace-trimmed shawls, elaborate poke bonnets, and a miniature blue parasol.

Historic Childrens Clothing and Romantic Era Garden Setting

The right side of the hand-colored print shows two children holding hands while accompanying the group. A young boy wears a blue long-sleeved shirt with light trousers, while a girl models a dark teal dress with a matching bonnet. A classical stone column and lush trees emphasize a refined outdoor estate backdrop.

Credit: The Claremont Colleges