Models of costumes from the early 20th century drawn in ink and watercolor on paper

Drawings of clothing from the early 20th century. Ink and watercolor sketches on paper of costume models from the early 20th century, depicting two women in elegant Liberty dresses. Part of a collection of 15 drawings, some of which are dated and signed.

The elegance of these incredible silhouettes is particularly noteworthy, brought to life by the decisive and confident features of a fashion designer, a professional of the time. The drawing comes from a private Milanese residence and is in perfect condition. The sheet is unmounted and unframed. 

In fashion design, new projects are presented as handmade sketches before being cut and sewn. The fashion designer first creates the figure, the female image, which reproduces the shape of the wearer, a realistically posed figure, perhaps set in a contemporary context, used to illustrate details such as fur-inserted coats, fur patches, geometric motifs, suits, hats, shoes, and other accessories. 

These sophisticated projects in Art Nouveau and Art Deco styles, as well as very rare and collectible items, are perfect for studio decor. They reflect an elegant, affluent world full of prospects and help recreate the fascinating transformations that took place in fashion of that era, where women's fashion style—an expression of women's emancipation—adapted to more functional and sporty clothing.

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There are many styles characterizing antique furniture, but a few key ones can be distinguished. Eclectic furniture belongs to the 19th century, during which the Biedermeier style was predominant. Its early 20th-century variants include neo-Gothic, Gothic, Rococo, Louis Philippe style, and finally the English Victorian style. Toward the end of the century, these styles evolved into pseudo styles of Classicism, Renaissance, and Baroque.

Empire-style furniture and accessories date from the period between the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Everything was influenced by Napoleon’s reign, which imposed a resemblance to Roman and Greek ornamentation.

Neoclassical furniture reflects the Louis XVI style, which also strongly references ancient architecture. Interesting and noteworthy are antique products in Rococo style and Louis XV. Next is Baroque, whose name derives from the Portuguese 'barocco'—meaning an irregularly developed pearl. These were highly representative pieces designed to literally exude splendor and play a significant role in luxury. Materials were selectively chosen to emphasize the grandeur of these items.

Today, we can observe how much the Baroque style influenced modern classical furniture, which is designed with a strong resemblance to the historical era. An important style is also Renaissance, which flourished in the 15th and 16th centuries and left a significant mark on furniture-making art. Renaissance furniture was quite heavy and massive, using brown stains, moldings, sturdy bases, and reliefs. These products were quite distinctive but also opened new possibilities, such as the construction of cupboards and broadly speaking, chest furniture. They also drew inspiration from mythology and antiquity, with supports and legs often taking animal forms.

Lion’s paws, eagle heads—these are common motifs in Renaissance style. Currently, many global brands reproduce such furniture, inspired by Italian and French craftsmen. This reflects admiration and respect for the history of the most beautiful Renaissance antiques. It’s important to remember that furniture production was perceived differently in each country, so each style had its unique character. This is especially important when searching for an exclusive antique suitable for your interior.

The most important aspect of stylish antique furniture is originality. And this is ultimately crucial from the buyer's perspective, as many counterfeits circulate on the market. The Luxury Products brand provides a certificate confirming that the product matches the actual description and photograph. We have art appraisers, historians, and experts from around the world at your disposal.