Merveilleuses Collection

Music cover, The Merveilleuses Lancers, melodies by Hugo Felix, arranged by Leonard Williams Date: 1906

Merveilleuses playing the four corners game of tag
The four corners game of tag. Five merveilleuses in muslin dresses play the game of four corners, a version of tag. Illustration by Dominique Bosio

La Poule, from Le Bon Genre, 1810 (w / c on paper)
3076392 La Poule, from Le Bon Genre, 1810 (w/c on paper) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Merveilleuses and Incroyables)

Illustration from Le Bon Genre, c. 1810 (w / c on paper)
3076393 Illustration from Le Bon Genre, c.1810 (w/c on paper) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Merveilleuses and Incroyables)

The Merveilleuses by Basil Hood
Promotional postcard for The Merveilleuses by Basil Hood, based on a play by Victorien Sardou (Theatre des Varietes, Paris, 16th December 1873); music Hugo Felix

Merveilleuse Greqcque
Though some merveilleuses carry freedom to excess, others adopt a simpler, Grecian style in admiration of the heroic age which inspires the idealistic revolutionaries Date: 1794

Les Invisibles, c. 1807 (coloured engraving)
XIR331782 Les Invisibles, c.1807 (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; (add.info)

French Merveilleuses
A trendy couple - an incroyable and his merveilleuse - show off their extreme fashion statements

Merveilleuses
The extravagant fashions of the MERVEILLEUSES (or sometimes INCROYABLES) are adopted in derisive emulation of the costumes of the erstwhile aristocrats

Two Incroyables, 1795
Two incroyables (unbeliev- ables) - the male equivalent of the merveilleuses whose extreme fashions were a defiance of old aristocratic forms of elitist dress

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Discover the enchanting world of the Merveilleuses. From music covers to lively dances, these captivating figures from history continue to fascinate us. The Merveilleuses Lancers, a dance that swept through Paris in the 19th century, brought elegance and grace to every ballroom. Basil Hood's play 'The Merveilleuses' transported audiences back in time, showcasing their extravagant lifestyles and scandalous affairs. But it wasn't all about glamour and parties for the Merveilleuses. They knew how to have fun too. Playing the four corners game of tag was one of their favorite pastimes, adding a touch of excitement to their already vibrant lives. La Poule, depicted in Le Bon Genre's watercolor on paper artwork from 1810, captures the essence of a confident and fashionable Merveilleuse. Intriguing illustrations from Le Bon Genre give us a glimpse into their fashion-forward choices and impeccable taste. Whether dressed as Greek goddesses or adorned with feathers and lace, they were always at the forefront of style. Advertisements featuring these trendsetters further solidify their influence on French society during this era. Les Invisibles showcases another facet of these enigmatic women - mysterious yet alluringly beautiful. Their allure lies not only in their physical appearance but also in their ability to captivate hearts with an air of mystery surrounding them. Step into history with these French Merveilleuses who embodied elegance, sophistication, and audacity like no other. Even today we are enchanted by their timeless charm.