A lovely pair of early Victorian straight sole wedding shoes in a silk satin dating from the 1840's to 1860's. Beautifully hand stitched in small even stitches. Lined in linen. The early ladies slipper shoes have rounded squared toes and straight leather flat bottom soles. The embellishment on the toe of the one shoe is missing. However, the ever-so-narrow silk ribbon lacing ties, to secure the s…
Hair memorials whether made into jewelry, woven into wreaths and pictures, or small locks of hair sometimes placed in a locket, were a remembrance of loved ones or friends. We normally associate these memorials being made after someone was deceased, but they were also keepsakes of dear ones who might have moved away, including soldiers who were away fighting in war.The Gatherings Antique Vintage&…
A very attractive silk taffeta printed flora ribbon dating from the late Victorian - Edwardian or 1920's era. This found piece is unused condition.Another equally pretty floral ribbon from the Victorian Edwardian 1920's, as the yellow floral ribbon above. This silk taffeta ribbon has solid pink stripes in a satin finish. Again, it is unused condition.This is just an incredi…
To wow
you! A charming waist cincher or corset made of the most beautiful
cream silk moire water taffeta ribbon. This yummy undergarment dates
from the early 1900's, Victorian or Edwardian era.
Printed with the Warner label on the inside of
cincher, it reads "Warner Girdle #675".
Metal eyelets fasten the
front of the cincher. Silk crochet lacing secures the ba…
Here is really a treasured find, as not often are these early millinery catalogs found, at least I don't see many. Sometimes, a few hats are combined in catalogs, featuring clothing and accessories. Still, to find a complete catalog, dedicated to the early Edwardian millinery trade is a treat.Written on the outside of the catalog is the date 1914. The catalog is issued by the Millin…
A lovely vintage glass box, or case, for storing hankies, from a time period long ago. Handkerchiefs that were so part of daily living, also deserved a beautiful storage box. This glass case dates from the later Edwardian - 1920's era. The case is rectangle in shape, fitted with glass sides, bottom and lid. The lid is hinged in the center so each side opens for easy access to the hankies.…
