ANTIQUE PRE-CIVIL WAR ERA LADIES NIGHT ROBE, WHITEWORK, MUSEUM QUALITY, c1840

This au thentic night robe is a rare vintage treasure and is museum quality. The robe features fabulous handwork across the bodice, front and back. The neck and cuffs are equally fabulous with exquisite whitework trim. The front features rows of fine pin tucking.

The whitework features expert padding of the embroidery and includes punch work detail. The handwork on this outstanding garment is fabulous in all aspects.

This robe is in very good to exceptional vintage condition. The fabric is sturdy with a few minor age marks noted on the bodice back and an area with a very few tiny holes, (photographs provided). These flaws are minor in consideration of the age of the garment.

The fabric has a soft ivory patina. This garment has been professionally hand laundered and pressed. This robe comfortably fits a ladies size 8-10. Sleeve underarm to cuff 20. This outstanding garment is offered from a private collector of very early vintage textiles and clothing. For other similar items, please visit my store.

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