Morgan St James
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Clothing/BlkFr.Cape. Circa late 1800's Outstanding Antique French Cape which is adorned with stunning intricate lace and Crewel throughout. This French Antique Cape comes from Toulouse France and awaits a new owner to treasure, admire and perhaps to be worn on those special occasions or mounded as a piece of Art. At upper it closes with four hooks in addition to the silk ribbon for wrapping in bow like effect. At interior neck line area/shoulder are holes in this area-- a few in area where the hooks are also.
A gorgeous piece which is longer in length & having the upper& lower sections surrounded by a superb workmanship of a trellis effect in addition to fine workmanship of the Crewel workmanship of the flowers.
The Silk Taffeta interior section remains lovely other then the upper neck area having openings along neck & shoulder. It would need to be stitched along the neck area on the inside. The interior at lower has a gathered effect giving this added hand workmanship additional quality to this piece.
The center section is wool and remains in beautiful condition due to its age. Each section is stitched from upper to lower giving a fan like effect to the center area when wearing or displayed.
The lace you see hanging has come undo and also would need to be re-stitched along the lower section following the pattern which is easy yet with a little time. This is a piece from the past which has been well taken care of other then what was mentioned above. You will not be disappointed if you are a collector or merely wish to use this spectacular French Antique Cape for personal use.
Summing it up: This is both machine and hand sewed. The lace which the stitching has come loose is approx. 4 feet in length which needs to be re-sewn/minor lace tear away --as this area unraveled. The upper neck area interior also needs to be sewed as tears /openings are surrounded in this area which is the entire interior length at the neck.. Minor holes in this area also due to being on the neck line and shoulder area worn in the past. Also one at bottom interior. These to me are minor things considering the fine quality of workmanship done on this Antique French Wool and Silk Lace Cape.
The Crewel workmanship appears to be done separately and then sewed on by hand as shown in photo. Its amazing ! This has beautiful weight when being held and made with highest quality in workmanship.
Its an extraordinary piece in person and one to be admired by all. We pay dearly for a piece of Art... This is a fine quality of one and could easily be mounted in glass and gold gild ornate frame and hang for all to see and admire.
Measurements: 17: neck........ Length at back 34.5" and front 32" long. The skirt width is very wide approx. 114" Approx.
Price: $1,500.
#PgClothing/ChildsLace. Exquisite French Antique Lace Childs Dress... or can be used for your Antique Doll. French Antique dress --Exquisite in Quality Circa 1880's having beautiful lace. Large photos for your viewing of all the exquisite details in addition to the designing of the base with workmanship done in peaks in addition to the collar peaks. Nothing compares to the workmanship and lasting Elegance as shown here in this French Antique Childs Lace Dress or can be stunning for your bisque antique doll. This was well taken care of with little stains as shown. This came from a very affluent French family.
Measures: From top of shoulder to base 21" long. Waist is 9.5" across laying down. Price: $288.00
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#Clothing/PkSilkChildsDress. . Exquisite Museum Quality --Childs Antique Silk & Lace Dress which came from a very affluent French family. The feel of the silk is unbelievable in addition to the workmanship & of made with the finest of quality. . The colour of the silk is a precious delicate pink and trimmed with the finest French antique lace. Circa 1880 and truly made for a little princess. You can also use this beauty for one of your favorite Antique dolls or have this framed and placed on one of your walls for a Exquisite Appearance and to be admired by all who enter your home. It does have issues due to age as it is brown in areas which I tried to show in many photos. Some being larger then others and due from age and storage. Please write me for questions as I am more then happy to answer them all. I also noticed one small tiny hole however all of these issues are minor to the uniqueness of this dress if you are a collector. It is truly a very fine piece of workmanship from the past and a fine treasure. The silk belt is removable and is long to accompany a nice size bow -- a tiny stitch keeps the belt attached to the dress. This stunning dress is made from the finest silk when touched and truly a treasure. Price: $425.00
Measurements: Top of shoulder to base 20 3/4" long. Waist is 13" although its a drop waist dress and measured mid way down on this size. The gathering stitching past waist as shown in photos on dress is approx. 14.5" across laying down. The dress is blousy so can accommodate even a little larger. Long Ribbon Belt is 80".
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More photos of Pink antique Childs/girls French dress.
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#ClothingChildsCoatWh. Precious Antique French Childs Coat or Dress made of thick cotton with longer sleeves & cuffed at the bottom. Beautiful well kept and ready to display or use for a Bisque Antique doll or treasure to your likings. A wider bib lays at the back of its smaller neckline near the front as shown in photos and the front having buttons. Circa early part of the 1900's and brought back directly from France during one of my trips awhile ago. Truly a Darling little Precious Antique for anyone to treasure and admire or use on one of your antique dolls.
Measurements: Top of shoulder to base 21" long. At center it measures approx. 15" laying down. From shoulder seam to bottom of arm 14.5" long. $ 135.00
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#AntiqueFrenchWhDress. Another Fine Antique French Childs Dress circa late 1880's and done to perfection as shown. A truly darling thicker cotton child's dress from France and some (as shown) hand sewn. The workmanship is superb as well as the quality and it is white in color. There are four old buttons at back and the hem is wide in case you feel you wish to let it down. The workmanship appears to be hand sewn as shown on the interior of the dress. There are seven minor pin hole markings on side very minor, and in back where dress opens wider a small opening approx 1/4" never got sewed and looks to be like a tiny rip however looking closer it never got sewn. In addition on front there is a stain as shown in photos --size of a dime. The dress is gorgeous in person and shows up beautiful other then mentioned. Its well made and clean and pressed.
Measurements taken laying flat: top of shoulder to base 19" & back is 20" long. Waist is 9" laying down. $ 165.00
#ChildsDressWhiteCotton3: Beautiful Antique French Antique Childs Baptismal dress. Wonderful for your Antique Bisque doll for display or for a wall display or Baptismal baby dress. Brought back directly from France on one of my trips several years ago and made of Cotton having a intricate smaller lace collar and much more lace at base along with surrounding on dress as shown. A small belt buttons at back. There is a tiny hole on right side the size of a pencil eraser. There a minor stain markings also about three at base and looks like they could be easily taken off-they appear like tiny lines-4 total. The dress is filled with lace and pressed and clean.
Measurements taken laying down: From top of shoulder to base 29" long. Arms from top stitching at shoulder to base is approx. 9" long. laying down. Small belt at back is 6 1/4" long. Price: $ 85.00
Ant.Clothing/Troc. Darling European Trachten Little Girls / Childs outfit dress uniform in wonderful Worsted Wool fabric and so colorful. Consists of a Dress, a apron, a vest and beaded purse and another beaded gorgeous piece on clothes which I believe is used for a upper (however only guessing) as shown on the upper part of the dress however was never sewn onto it. Total of 5 pieces.
Apron: The apron is removable with wonderful long ribbon for ties and made out of a wonderful feel in coated like cotton. On the hem of the apron at ends at base some of the stitching was never stitched. Purse: The hand made beaded and gold bouillon purse opens and has a oval stamping inside with the name Martha Hagen. On the purse some hand beading never was finished in the center. (very small area) The purse also having gold bullion for its handle along with some surrounding the purse. Vest: The vest is made of rich velvet and lined having gold buillon surroundings. Dress: The dress is Worsted Wool and surrounded at upper with wonderful trimmings. There are minor stains on the interior lining as shown however, it remains a quality made and detailed dress during the making. Bib/extra piece: The extra beaded piece which remains on the white cloth as shown --again I am not sure exactly what this is for.
Measurements. Dress: 11.5" waist laying down. Length is 31" from upper shoulder to base. Underarm from one to other is: 14" laying down.
Vest: 13" long from top to base and 13" from under one arm to other.
Apron: 21.5" long and Waist is 12".. hem is not stitched in certain places when sewn.
Purse: 5 1/4" wide by 5.5" long without handle.
Price: $ 250.00
BlkAntique2pc.Dress/Outfit. Antique French Silk Skirt & Top Outfit 2 pcs. Lovely Black Silk French Skirt & Matching top circa late 1800's and directly from France. It comes in two pieces as shown having stays in the upper top area inside and a cretin in the skirt area only about half way as shown with soiled markings. The upper top has small holes due to age. If you are a collector of such -- you must wish to add this special piece to your collection. The upper top also has extra padding for the bust area as shown-- as many wore these back then. Selling as is due to holes in fabric and soils plus rusty areas on the interior top as well. Beautiful Gathering at shoulders as shown. Price: $275.
Measures: Front of Skirt is 39" tall & Back of skirt 41" Tall & Waist of skirt is 14" laying down. The top is 21" Tallest area and Bust is 19.5" Wide laying down.
French antique Soft silk yet sturdy child's dress. Beautiful condition for its age. White color and can be worn with anything. Delicate in appearance for a young girl.
5. Truly quality in this hand made couched French handbag purse. Hand stitched and circa around 1880 having center motif of turquoise round stone then surrounded by hand stitched gold threads on cream wool fabric. Interior having gorgeous color of pink silk lining. Truly something to show off during your evening social events. A nice treasure harder to find. This would also be wonderful if one were to frame it and add to your walls.. or perhaps frame it and add to your favorite display tables.. The hand made workmanship is wonderful to admire. Price:
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