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JanBasque1857.jpg
Illustration, instructions and pattern diagram for a Lady's basque design from the January 1857 issue of Godey's Ladies' Book

March1864.jpg
Slightly damaged color fashion plate from the Marcdh 1864 edition of Godey's Ladies' Book. Both faces are slightly obscurred by what appears to have been an attempt to erase something from the plate.

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Color fashion plate from an issue of the 1887 Peterson's Magazine. Second of five plates.

PetersonMag1874Watch.jpg
Illustration of an ornate chatelain watch or brooch watch from Peterson's Magazine. Digitally enhanced for better printing.

PetersonMag187400012.jpg
Mary Stuart hood and pattern diagram with instructions for sewing.

GodeysC1865.jpg
Illustration and description for making a Montespan collar and cuff.

PetersonMag1860s00001.jpg
Illustration and directions for making a gentleman's travel toiletries kit.

Godeys1880sPearlsinthemouth.jpg
Advertisement from Godey's Ladies' Book for tooth powder

PetersonsAug1870 001.jpg
Black and white illustration from Peterson's Magazine of a bonnet, a hat and two children's dresses.

PetersonsAug1870 002.jpg
Black and white illustration of a visiting dress, appropriate for making calls. Also includes one collar design and one sleeve style.
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