18th Nov, 2022 10:30 GMT/BST

Costume, Accessories & Textiles

 
  Lot 2045
 

2045

Early 20th Century Cream Silk Wedding Outfit, comprising a fine silk bodice with gathered elbow length sleeves, gathered to the waist with multi pleat detail and lace insertions, matching skirt with vertical pleats to the top of the waist, lace insertions to the hem
Similar Cream Silk and Lace Mounted Bodice, labelled 'S&S New Shape' with tiered silk details overall, full upper sleeves terminating with gathered lace cuffs, loose lace mount to the bust and back
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Private Collection of a Shropshire Lady

Sold for £130
Estimated at £150 - £250


 

Cream silk wedding outfit - some yellowing and rubbing to the silk on the both bodice and skirt. Waistband replaced, wear to the silk below this, numerous small holes near the hem, small holes to the back of the bodice and wear. Similar bodice - later insertion repair to the waist inside, some rubbing and wear to the silk mainly near the waist

 


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Auction: Costume, Accessories & Textiles, 18th Nov, 2022

Over 260 lots to include three fine private collections of rare antique costume and textiles. Also included is a range of collector’s and fashion items, quilts, dolls, fine household linens, samplers, embroidery, sewing accessories and lace, period and modern costume.

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