Rare, unusual and interesting antique costumes and textiles; for museums and collectors looking for that extra special piece, for new and established collectors and for those with a modest budget who want to adorn their person or home.

Caracao
1820s

Lovely and fresh looking. The interest of course is to the back. 


Cataloguing

The roller cotton print with red and pink Egyptianesque type flowers, the ground with minute dots.



The deeply scooped neck with original flat cotton tape ties, one hook and embroidered eye, ties to the front of the three quarter length skirts, very long sleeves, the cuffs secured with a band of same fabric, the back with shoulder to high waist pleating, culminating in two silk covered wooden buttons, wide pleated skirts, the bodice lined with a print with light green leaves, the arms lined in linen.



Shoulder to hem 29 in; 74 cm



 


Condition

The outside is in very good condition. The lining and linen area to the sleeves has some light yellow markings.


Price: on request

Ref N°: 1439