American
Fabulous jacket, c.1895.
It appears to possibly be made of a jet beaded crocheted silk net with heavy passementerie trim, silk taffeta puff sleeves and lace trim.
The photos aren't that clear but I know Iove it!
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American
Reception Dress, 1890
This dramatic oufit has heavy beading, probably jet & paillettes. Silk velvet, silk satin, lace jabot.
The dress has Elizabethen inspired sleeves and the collar on the capelet. Love!
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Textile possibly made in Scotland
Dress made in America.
Lovely Floaty Summer Dress, 1868-72.
Roller printed tabby muslin with motif of mauve Scottish thistles. Printed muslin was a specialty of printer works.
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