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.

SOLD

Open Drawers
Mid 19th c

Such fun. Clearly owned by L Willets. Beautifully hand sewn and great quality cotton.


Cataloguing

L Willets, No 8, written in brown ink on the wide waistband, gathered into the drawers, a large embroidered buttonhole to the right side of the waistband,  the front with square stregenthening gussets to the base of the open crutch,  the back with waist ties, two mother of pearl buttons, shaped horizontal seaming to the hip area, the hem with finer cotton frills,  French seaming throughout.


Condition

Excellent. I would say unworn.