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
1810

Wonderful print and in mint condition. The woven lining fabric is also unusual. The silk buttons are beautifully worked with trellis centres and overlaid sides, covering wooden bases.


Cataloguing

The squarish scoop neck with indigo dyed cotton drawstring, the front opening bodice with brass hooks and eyes, a horizontal skirt join, the back with deep inset sleeves, curved seams to the horizontal join, three dark green silk covered buttons with trellis centres, the skirt with centre fan shaped pleating, together with side pleating, extra long shaped sleeves, caught by a cuff band, hook and eye fastening, lined with red on cream small woven cotton.



Shoulder to hem 18 in; 46 cm



Underarm 32 in; 82 cm


Condition

Mint. Probably never worn.



 


Price: £850 | $1,060 | €1,020

Ref N°: 1172