I have read articles regarding the small size parasol, being not necessarily a child's, but may have been used by a lady riding in a carriage. She would want something to block the sun, but not so large to hamper her view. I am sure this is a true statement, however, on the other hand, I feel some small parasols were actually used by children.Case in point would be this small parasol, with its d…
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…
The Gatherings is so pleased to share this Victorian Belgian Point d Gaz needlelace lace handkerchief. The gorgeous lace is a stunning 5 " wide. It has a small center of fine silk fabric. Overall size is 13" square. It was found inside a decorative heavy paper envelope, made especially for it. Hand written on the outside of the envelope is the owner's name ~ Miss Adele Clark, Canastota,…
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&…
The beauty of elaborate details, along with fine workmanship, is so evident in the making of beautiful table and bed linens. Not only for one's self, but many gorgeous pieces were included in a daughter's trousseau. A customary practice from the Victorian time into the early part of the 1900's.Making of these items might start at a daughter's early age, so by the time of marriage…
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…
