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American Gown
1892

Absolutely stunning. Could this be a Worth copy?

This was made up from unused Chinese robe fabric. It is clear from the positioning of the roundels on the silk that it was yardage destined for a man's informal robe. Perhaps the owner lived in China at this time, or was given the silk as a present by someone who had visited. The damask roundels are woven with pairs of dragons chasing flaming pearls, representing the emperor chasing the elixir of life. The fabric has been used quite carefully placing a roundel over each bosom and one centre front.

Cataloguing

possibly a copy of a Worth, made from Chinese mandarin's informal robe damask satin the rich midnight blue satin woven with damask roundels each with a pair of dragons chasing flaming pearls, with flowers and c scrolls, darted bodice with front opening, the neck trimmed with machine lace frill, full puffed sleeves, ruched at elbows with frill and similar lace ruffles, the back gathered at waist and with deep ruched trim, lined with bright pink Japanese fine silk, the fine silk underarm protectors called The Gem Japanese silk, with Made in the USA. Kleinert. The Best
36 in; 92 cm bust, 25 in; 64 cm waist; 65 in shoulder to hem.

Condition

Very good. No marks or stains.