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Robe A La Francaise

Round gown in pink taffeta silk with mittened sleeves -French Circa 1795
Located in Toulon, FR
high up and represent the last reminiscence of the Watteau-style pleats of the Robes à la française
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1790s French Court Gowns

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A Silver Silk Brocade French Court Robe à la Française- Circa 1765/1780
Located in Toulon, FR
of pagoda ruffles. Back with box pleats said "à la Watteau". Double facings with falbala in lace made
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1770s French Court Gowns

A Damask silk Sack-back mantle gown - Europe Circa 1740
Located in Toulon, FR
scale (see the last two photos). It's important to remember that the Robes à la française could also be
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1740s French Aesthetic Day Dresses

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