This gorgeous silk brocade house dress was made in China in the 1930's. A truly stunning piece it is far too pretty to be confined to the home and would make an incredible evening gown.
Unlined, it is made from medium weight silk brocade with a beautifully woven design featuring boats, buildings and wonderfully detailed flowers in soft pink and blue. The collar is heavily quilted and the dress has darted sleeves and fastens with six frog clasps. It comes with the original belt.
An high quality piece which has been beautifully made.
Measurements
The piece will best fit up to a 36" bust but to ensure that it will fit you properly, please compare the measurements below to a similar piece you already own;
Flat bust 19"
Flat waist 17.5"
Flat hip 22.5"
Shoulders between sleeves 14"
Back neck to waist 16"
Back neck to hem 55"
Underarm sleeve length 4"
Flat cuff 5.5"
Fullness of skirt at hem 83"
Condition
Very good with the following minor points to note;
- a 1cm wear on the front right of the piece 4" up from the hem
- very slight discolouration on the hem
- it has been in storage for decades and has the most mild storage odour but this will dissipate with airing
- on close inspection there are a few very faint pinhead marks lost within the busy print