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1830's Transitional Corded Corset or Stays ~ Ferre Family Provenance |
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Early Printed Cotton Infants Dress Circa 1830 |
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Rare Pink 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. Click image for details ... |
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Early 19th Century Summer Calash Bonnet |
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Rare 18th Century Silk Infants Cap with Metallic Lace 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. Click image for details ... |
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Important 18th Century Ladies Coif ~ Museum Quality 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. Click image for details ... |
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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. Click image for details ... |
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Lace Edged Net Skirt - Circa 1810 Made of one length of fine cotton net with handmade lace edging this skirt is seamed down the center back and gauged to a cotton tape waistband. Closing in back with a single brass hook and eye. Tulle was popular in the first quarter of the 19th century and was often worn over a more colorful skirt, dress or petticoat. Click image for details ... |
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Early Cord Embroidered Sewing Work Bag Circa 1800 Dating to the first quarter of the 19th Century, this work bag is worked in corded embroidery similar to trapunto. Made of fine cotton and linen. An amazing tribute to the fine needle skills of the maker! Click image for details ... |
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1830s Lady in White Dress 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. Click image for details ... |
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