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Antique Edwardian SilkOrganza&Lace Buttoned BowTied Peplum BranquinhoLike Blouse
About the Item
This antique Italian couture semi-transparent black silk-organza long-balloon-sleeved peplum blouse from the Victorian Edwardian period features decorative cut-work with topstitched lettuce-edged ecru lace inserts, which ventilate the arms and neckline, while acting like decorative elbow bands or darts to shape the gathered bust and crew-neck yoke.
The high gathered waistband in front detaches into ribbons in back to adjust the waist measurement and flare of its hem with a tied bow. Without a brand label or tags, the shirt buttons in back, while there are three matching organza-covered buttons to fasten each of the long cuffs. Approximating a U.S.-size 4, the top can also be worn in reverse by a small-chested woman, who could leave several buttons undone at the top.
The blouse construction is in excellent shape, while the lace is in good condition given some pinpoints of darkened coloration that may be possible to clean.
We acquired this from a collector along with a rare Veronique Branquinho iconic chevron-pleated skirt from the Belgian designer's first collection for Spring/Summer 1998, when we thought at first glance that this blouse was also designed by her. Instead, the collector had acquired it in the late 1990s from a Venetian antique shop that specialized in textiles. As both the early and late 20th-Century European garments pair well together, we encourage you to view our other listing to also consider the skirt.
- Style:1900-1910 (Of the Period)
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- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Chicago, IL
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU3244220564212
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