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18th Century Floral Gown Fashion Illustration

This exquisite watercolor illustration depicts a woman in an opulent 18th-century gown, a testament to historical fashion design. The dress features a pale green fabric adorned with a vibrant, intricate floral pattern of roses and other blossoms in shades of pink, red, purple, and blue. The voluminous skirt is layered, revealing a cream-colored underskirt with delicate lace trim. The sleeves are wide and bell-shaped, also trimmed with lace, and the bodice is fitted with a low neckline and ruffled embellishments. A small swatch of the floral fabric is shown in the upper right corner, highlighting the textile design. The artwork, signed by Lillian Causey, captures the elegance and romanticism of the Rococo era, making it a valuable piece for fashion historians, costume designers, and lovers of vintage aesthetics.

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