17th Nov, 2023 10:30 GMT/BST
Costume, Accessories & Textiles
2214
Mainly 19th Century Baby Bonnets comprising a fine cream linen bonnet with needle lace crown, embroidered and drawn thread work spirals, lace insertions,
another of similar style,
two similar bonnets of 18th century shape with embroidery and drawn threadwork,
two cotton knitted bonnets of varied design,
a coarse linen bonnet of simple construction with three casings and gathered frill to the edges, tapes tie to the top, etc
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Annette Porteous Baby Bonnet and Gown Collection
Estimated at £100 - £200
Pages 2, 6, 22 and 23, 18th & 19th Century Baby Bonnets - My Collection by Annette Porteous
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Auction: Costume, Accessories & Textiles, 17th Nov, 2023
An extraordinary treasure trove of antique and vintage millinery is to be auctioned in the Costume, Accessories and Textiles Sale. The Milliner’s Workroom was put together over 35 years by a lady in North Yorkshire and comprises hats from the early 20th century, antique and vintage millinery tools, accessories, and supplies including a dazzling array of feathers, ribbons, trims and more.
The sale will also include the attic contents of two large country houses in Scotland, comprising family collections of textiles, eastern textiles, costume, lace, accessories, linens and more, which have been packed away for several generations. The collections are:
The Contents of an Attic in Perthshire (Lots 2000-2045)
A Family Collection from Cullaloe House, Fife (Lots 2053-2158)
Millinery Section (Lots 2218-2321)
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