EDWARDIAN LACE RECEPTION GOWN TRAINED, 1905, LABEL WHITTY This is an attractive Edwardian off white reception lace gown, one piece in construction, dating from 1905. A gown that a mid to upper class dress that a woman would wear. Label reads: WHITTY, 206 W. 52D ST. The bodice is decorated with machine lace and lace appliques on front and back and as well as continuing down the skirt. Lace appliques are backed and enhanced with a very fine light yellow silk tulle or gauze to set it off nicely. The bodice has extensive hook and eyes back closure fastening into a tight fitting bodice with its numerous fabric covered metal stays. The bodice is lined with white silk. Lovely light yellow silk gauze fabric with dangling beaded tassels hanging from sleeves, and front and back of bodice. The skirt closes by hooks and loops at the back with fullness for a nice fall. The skirt is fully lined with white silk. CONDITION The gown is in very good condition. The white silk lining fabric in bodice and skirt have a many small shattered splits scattered about. Slight very light underarm discoloration on inside lining only. Yellow gauze tulle is rough and shredding is spots. No stains or repairs. Many hook and eyes on bodice as well as skirt are loose. Some bead loss on tassels. APPROXIMATE MEASUREMENTS Bust 35" Waist 28" Sleeve Length 10" Across shoulder 14" Front Shoulder to skirt hem 63" Back train length72". None of these minor issues detracts from the elegance of this gown. We are happy to answer any questions about this item. Insurance has been added to postage handling charges over $100.00 value. Our antique textiles are collectible and are not new and not reproductions, and have lived a long and eventful life and sometimes developing flaws. Therefore, use and wear should be expected with these items, unless stated in description. We do not launder or dry Histclean unless stated in listing, and most times have been in storage for many decades picking up old age storage oxidation spots. Every effort has been made to describe our items as accurately as possible including flaws and imperfections to the best of our ability, to give the buyer an accurate description. As condition and description is largely based on personal opinion, we ask that you look at the photos carefully and decide. International Buyers Please Note: ... Import duties, taxes and charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer's responsibility and cannot be held responsible for delays in shipping or customs. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding/buying. I SHIP IMMEDIATELY and packed securely. Insurance has been added to postage handling charges on items over $100.00. Thanks for shopping in OpulentTextiles Etsy Shop and enjoying our vintage items. We are happy to answer any questions about this item. All items guaranteed to be vintage. I have four Etsy stores to browse and to enjoy our vintage treasure finds. Come see what we are so proud of. https://www.etsy.com/shop/OldEmbellishments https://www.etsy.com/shop/OldCountryFarmhouse https://www.etsy.com/shop/HowSweetItIsApiary https://www.etsy.com/shop/OpulentTextiles Item: Dress243 - pg 3/23
