1884 Rare 19th-Century Fashion First Edition - Our Grandmothers' Gowns, Illustrated by George R. Halkett.

Author: Hunt, Mrs. Alfred W. (Margaret Raine). George R. Halkett, Illustrator.
Title:  Our Grandmothers' Gowns.
Publisher: London, Field & Tuer, no date (1884). First Edition.
Language: Text in English.
Size: 8" X 5".
Pages: 54 pages plus 24 color plates and publisher's catalog. 
Binding: Attractive and near fine original full cloth binding with floral-patterned fabric with ties at the sides and printed paper labels on the cover and spine (hinges fine) under a protective removable mylar cover.
Content: Very good content (bright and tight, light toning - as shown, upper left corner of plate II chipped without affecting the illustration).
Illustrations: Complete with the beautiful twenty-four hand-colored illustrations depicting Victorian era fashions, drawn by George R. Halkett.

The book: This attractive and rare first edition offers a delightful glimpse into the sartorial choices of the Victorian era, presenting the gowns, dresses, and accessories worn by the women of the period. It's both a charming historical record and a visual delight for those interested in fashion history.

The illustrator: George Roland Halkett (1855-1918), studied art in Paris. He became a regular contributor to various newspapers and art magazines, and from 1876 was the art critic of the Edinburgh Evening News. He adds a vivid layer to the text with his detailed and colored illustrations, enhancing the reader's understanding of Victorian fashion aesthetics.