This beautiful Victorian fashion plate includes illustrations of four hats, a blouse, two collars and detailing of a cuff at the end of a sleeve. The page is from an issue of Le Moniteur de la Mode that was published in the mid-1800s. Click on image to enlarge.
1850s
Antique Wine Decanters
Here are two clip art illustrations of antique wine decanters. The images are from The Art Journal Illustrated Catalogue, published for the proprietors, by George Virtue in London, 1851. Click on images to enlarge.
Antique Wine Glasses Clip Art
Here are two clip art illustrations of antique wine glasses. The images are from The Art Journal Illustrated Catalogue, published for the proprietors, by George Virtue in London, 1851. Click on images to enlarge.
Victorian Clocks ~ Free Clip Art
This vintage clip art illustration includes two beautiful Victorian clocks. The images are from The Art Journal Illustrated Catalogue, published for the proprietors, by George Virtue in London, 1851. Click on image to enlarge.
Vintage Sleigh ~ Free Clip Art
This beautiful sleigh engraving is from The Art Journal Illustrated Catalogue, published for the proprietors, by George Virtue in London, 1851. The description of this sleigh from the catalogue is: “Sleighing” as it is termed, forms one of the principal amusements of the Canadians of all ranks, who can afford to keep one of any description and the…
Victorian Chandeliers ~ Free Vintage Clip Art
These elegant chandeliers were executed in brass-work by Messrs Hardman of Birmingham. The chandelier on the bottom is a little spooky looking and may be useful for your Halloween projects. The illustrations are from The Art Journal Illustrated Catalogue, published for the proprietors, by George Virtue in London, 1851. Click on images to enlarge.
Victorian Hand Held Mirror ~ Free Clip Art
Here is a lovely Victorian hand held mirror. I think this mirror would work well in a fairy tale or old fashioned beauty project. I can also imagine it being used as a frame, with a photo placed in the center oval shape, where the actual mirror would be. The engraving is from The Art Journal Illustrated Catalogue, published for…
Victorian Furniture Sofa and Chair ~ Free Clip Art
Here are vintage clip art illustrations of a lovely set of Victorian furniture. This set was made of boldly carved black walnut; the fabric was crimson and gold damask. The couch is shaped like two chairs fastened together with a center partition design, including a small wooden table at the center back. These engravings are from The Art…
Victorian Dressing Table ~ Free Clip Art
Here is an elegant Victorian dressing table with matching chair and footstool. The illustration is from The Art Journal Illustrated Catalogue, published for the proprietors, by George Virtue in London, 1851. Click on image to enlarge.
Victorian Plant Stand ~ Free Clip Art
Here is a beautifully designed Victorian plant stand (referred to as a flower stand in the book I scanned it from). The engraving is from The Art Journal Illustrated Catalogue, published for the proprietors, by George Virtue in London, 1851. Click on image to enlarge.
Beautiful Hand Bell ~ Free Vintage Clip Art
This beautifully designed vintage hand bell is from The Art Journal Illustrated Catalogue, published for the proprietors, by George Virtue in London, 1851. Click on image to enlarge.
Ornamental Oval Design and Frame ~ Free Clip Art
This beautiful oval ornamental pattern is made up of intertwined flowers and leaves. It was originally intended for use as an embroidery design. The description from the book is as follows: “We introduce here the central design of a cover for a child’s cradle or bassinet, manufactured and exhibited by Messrs. D. & J. Macdonald…
