Historical Dress Stand Illustration - 19th-Century Fashion Display Tool #3479017 (License: Personal Use)

This black-and-white line drawing depicts a period dress stand from the late 1800s, designed to hold and shape women’s garments during fitting or display. The structure includes a molded bust form, a conical wire cage with vertical and horizontal supports (often covered in fabric or netting), and a sturdy, ornately cast iron tripod base. A central chain or rod runs vertically, allowing height adjustment or structural reinforcement.

Commonly found in vintage fashion catalogs, museum exhibits, or historical costume design resources; used by researchers, educators, and reenactors seeking authentic period garment support systems. Matches user intent for historical apparel tools, antique sewing equipment, or fashion illustration reference.