Spring fashion of 1855 - The latest style.. Charivari
Description:
The first crinolines appeared on the streets of Paris in 1855. The fashion designer Worth created hoop skirts which increased in size over the years. He was obviously following the trend of the period by creating crinolines which were quite extraordinary in size and of no practical use.
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Place of origin:
Paris
Notes:
2nd state.
Published in: Le Charivari, May 14, 1855.
Notes (acquisition):
Donated by: Benjamin A. and Julia M. Trustman, 1959.