1830s Miniature Painting on Ivory
This stylish lady was painted on ivory in the 1830's and remains in her original frame. She is truly lovely in her white cotton dress with full beret sleeves. The wide neckline is also typical of the period. She is coiffed for a special occasion with a high Apollo knot style and side curls.
Silk Walking Dress Circa 1815 - 1820
As the popularity of the lightweight and delicate "chemise" gowns of the early 19th century began to wane woven silks which were not addaptable to the earlier styles began to be used once again. The pale pink silk dating to circa 1770 was then used to make this fashionable walking dress circa 1815.
1790s Lady's Silk Pierrot Jacket
The pierrot was a close fitting, low necked jacket with short tails that was popular in the 1780s to 1790s. This piece is made from a striped and floral silk brocade in delicate shades of oyster, green and peach.
18th Century Silk Infants Cap
Dating to the mid 18th century, this lovely silk brocade cap with metallic thread features two different floral brocades and is trimmed with metallic lace. Lined in linen it is edged in silk ribbon and appears to have its original silk ribbon ties intact.
18th Century Ladies Coif
This ladies coif of metallic silk brocade dates between 1720 and 1760. Coifs were worn indoors as semi-formal dress, or when receiving visitors whilst in bed.