Rare, unusual and interesting antique costumes and textiles; for museums and collectors looking for that extra special piece, for new and established collectors and for those with a modest budget who want to adorn their person or home.

Reversible Silk Shawl
1860s

A really beautiful changeable silk shawl which shimmers. These are rare. I have probably only bought or seen six in 30 years!


Cataloguing

An overall repeating pattern with three designs, all in cusped arches with small pines and stylised foliage, a narrow border with confronting small pines,  in yellow, magenta, pink,mauve black, white, green silks, two ends with fringing.



5ft 9 in;  1.75 m sq


Condition

Excellent. Unused. Must have been treasured and put away.


Price: £750 | $940 | €870

Ref N°: 8532