Vintage Liberty / Cacharel Blue and White Floral Cotton Shirt
About the Item
- Designer:
- Brand:
- Dimensions:Bust: 38 in (96.52 cm)Shoulder to Hem: 26 in (66.04 cm)
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Condition:
- Seller Location:London, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU442315300712
Liberty of London
The Liberty of London department store, located in the fashionable west end of London in the United Kingdom, has been selling luxury items since 1875. From leather footstools in the shape of a hippo to elegantly hand-carved Moroccan coffee tables, there’s something to please every discerning collector. And while it became a reputable retailer over time, the original Liberty & Co. was a pivotal force in the development of the Aesthetic, Art Nouveau and the Arts and Crafts movements. As the champion of eclectic design throughout the centuries, Liberty continues to collaborate with designers to produce covetable interior fashion and accessories.
Arthur Liberty was born in 1843 in Buckinghamshire, England. His father, a draper, encouraged him to apprentice as a draper at age 16. Instead, he took an offer to work at Farmer and Rogers, a women’s fashion store. After ten years, he decided to strike out on his own. In 1875 he borrowed money from his father-in-law and leased a small store on the very prominent Regent Street, naming it the East India House.
Liberty’s store was very eclectic. It served as an emporium for Eastern imports, with a wildly varied collection of ornaments, fabrics and objects d’art — including imported antiques — on offer. In London, there was already a demand for and an interest in imported goods from India and elsewhere, so his business concept was an immediate success. He repaid his loan in less than two years and continually expanded by buying up all the buildings on his side of the street. His company was so successful that even the original Victoria and Albert Museum purchased Eastern textiles for its collection from his store.
By 1890, the firm came to be known as Liberty & Company. Liberty died in 1917, but the business continued to thrive. In 1924, the current iteration — and now world-famous — of the store was constructed. It was built in the Tudor Revival style and the structure's frame was made of wood salvaged from two British warships. In the 1950s and '60s, the store, now known as Liberty’s, helped spark the counterculture youth movements of the era as beatniks and hippies purchased fabrics and furnishings from this iconic store.
On 1stDibs, find antique Liberty of London tables, decorative objects, seating and more.
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Ships From: London, United Kingdom
- Return PolicyA return for this item may be initiated within 14 days of delivery.
- Moschino Cotton Shirt in Two PrintsBy MoschinoLocated in London, GBA fun shirt by Moschino. It is the junior line but will fit a UK 8/10. The cotton shirt is a great mix of print, and has a front popper opening and two pockets.Bust up to 36'', lengt...Category
1990s Italian Shirts
- Roberto Cavalli Summer TopBy Roberto CavalliLocated in London, GBA pretty Summer top by Roberto Cavalli. The top has a v neckline, frill sleaves , adn is a blue and yellow print with gathering at the bust.Category
2010s Italian Blouses and Tops
- Emilio Pucci Summer TopBy Emilio PucciLocated in London, GBA fun and easy to wear Summer top by Pucci. In a silk mix knit the top is in a wonderful grey, yellow and blue print with a deep round neckline.Category
2010s Italian Blouses and Tops
- Kalda Blue OvershirtLocated in London, GBA fun shirt for Spring /Summer by Kalda. The shirt has a pale blue upper area, and a dark blue lower part and a six button front opening with single button cuffs.Category
Early 2000s Unknown Shirts
- Etro Silk Knitted Floral TopLocated in London, GBA great top for Spring by Etro. In a silk knit the top has a floral design in shades of steel grey, blue and orange There is ribbing at the hem and cuffs.Category
2010s Italian Blouses and Tops
- Etro Silk Knit Floral TopLocated in London, GBA great knit for Spring from Etro. In a brown and ivory floral print, the otp has a scoop neckline and elbow length sleaves, with ribbing on the hem and cuffs.Category
Early 2000s Italian Blouses and Tops
- 1920S Black Silk Crepe Asian Floral Beaded Tunic TopLocated in New York, NYVery good condition however there is some shattering to the silk on one arm hole 1920S Black Silk Crepe Asian Floral Beaded Tunic TopCategory
1920s Tunics
- new GREG LAUREN 50/50 White Plaid Navy Birdwell Studio Shirt deconstructed top SLocated in Hong Kong, NTnew GREG LAUREN 50/50 White Plaid Navy Birdwell Studio Shirt deconstructed top S Reference: TGAS/A04832 Brand: Greg Lauren Designer: Greg Lauren Material: ...Category
2010s American Blouses and Tops
- GUCCI Vintage minimal wide collar angular bust dart panelled dress shirt IT40 SBy Tom Ford, GucciLocated in Hong Kong, NTGUCCI Vintage white minimal wide collar angular bust dart panelled dress shirt IT40 S Reference: CNPG/A00031 Brand: Gucci Designer: Tom Ford Material: Feels like cotton Color: White ...Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Blouses and Tops
- Roberto Cavalli F/W 1998 python print turtleneck topBy Roberto CavalliLocated in Rome, IT• Asymmetric turtleneck top • Green snakeskin print • Stretchable fabricCategory
1990s Italian Shirts
- Roberto Cavalli shirt with rhinestone appliqué, 2004By Roberto CavalliLocated in New York, NYRoberto Cavalli button-up top with rhinestone appliqué on sleeves. Period – 2004 Size – XS-S Length – 67,5 cm Sleeve -50 cm From armpit to armpit – 48 cm Waist – 84 cm Fabric...Category
Early 2000s Italian Shirts
- Rare Maison Margiela Optical Illusion Photo Print Oversized T Shirt Dress TunicBy Maison Martin Margiela, MM6 Maison MargielaLocated in San Diego, CARare MAISON MARGIELA MM6 oversized silky photo print patchwork semi sheer t-shirt dress tunic! Features warm tones in green, lavender purple, gray and yellow. Solid gray sheer panels throughout. Simply slips over the head. Great alone, or layered with boots. Would also look fantastic as a dress with heels. The pictured black vintage Moschino belt...Category
2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses