More than 100 exquisite illustrations from the Journal des Dames et des Modes (1912-1914) go on display at the Chester Beatty Library in Dublin Castle from October 11 to March 30, 2014. A century after publication the exhibition provides a vivid snapshot of culture and fashion in early 20th century France. The illustrations, known as Costumes Parisiens, feature a glamourous period just before the oubreak of the First World War.
Robe de serge garnie de tresse de soie, Baudray D’Aniou, from Journal des Dames et des Modes, engraving and pochoir, 20 May 1914, Paris, France, CBL Wep 0943, ©Trustees of the Chester Beatty Library
Robe de satin violet à ceinture pourpre, Georges Robert, from Journal des Dames et des Modes, engraving and pochoir, 10 September 1913, Paris, France, CBL Wep 0892, ©Trustees of the Chester Beatty Library
Toilette aux couleurs gagnantes, Jan van Brock, from Journal des Dames et des Modes, engraving and pochoir, 10 July 1913, Paris, France, CBL Wep 0885, ©Trustees of the Chester Beatty Library