Antique Silk Scarves
Vintage 1920's cream silk floral shawl silk fringing knotted shawl
Located in Cheltenham, GB
A marvel to behold. This original 1920's cream silk shawl, embellished with a pattern of scattered
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1920s Antique Silk Scarves
Dior Red Silk Twill Mitzah
By Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - (Made in France) Red silk twill Mitzah illustrated with sheeps and shepherds.
Additional
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15th Century and Earlier French Antique Silk Scarves
Dior Light-orande Silk Twill Mitzah
By Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - (Made in France) Light-orande silk twill Mitzah.
Additional information:
Condition: Very
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15th Century and Earlier French Antique Silk Scarves
Dior Navy-blue Silk Twill Mitzah
By Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR -(Made in France) Navy-blue silk twill Mitzah illustrated with boats.
Additional information
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15th Century and Earlier French Antique Silk Scarves
1920S Red & Black Silk Cherry Blossom Printed Scarf
Located in New York, NY
1920S Red & Black Silk Cherry Blossom Printed Scarf
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1920s Antique Silk Scarves
Exceptional Art Deco Manton De Manila Embroidered Silk Shawl
Located in New York, NY
Spectacular Art Deco Flamenco Canton Manton De Manila Hand Embroidered Silk Wedding Piano Shawl
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1920s Chinese Antique Silk Scarves
1920S Navy Blue & Red Silk Chiffon Vegetal Motif Scarf
Located in New York, NY
1920S Navy Blue & Red Silk Chiffon Vegetal Motif Scarf
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1920s Antique Silk Scarves
Vintage 1920's silk floral lamé shawl original 1920's fringed lamé piano shawl
Located in Cheltenham, GB
Rendered in the most breathtaking silk lamé with a bold floral pattern in shades of orange and blue
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1920s Antique Silk Scarves
1920s Large Green and Silver Burn Out Panne Silk Velvet Tassled Shawl
Located in London, GB
Extraordinary and very rare vintage 1920s shawl with jade green and silver burn out panne silk
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1920s Antique Silk Scarves
Large Manila Shawl in Embroidered Silk in Chinese Box China late 19 Century
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Amazing Extra Large Manila Shawl (Châle dit de Manille)
Made of silk embroidered tone on tone
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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Silk Scarves
$1,474
H 2.96 in W 19.89 in L 19.89 in
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Hand Carved French Side Chairs with Tanzanite Velvet Backs & Silk Scarf Seats
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes silk scarves.
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19th Century French Louis XV Antique Silk Scarves
Materials
Silk, Wood
H 40 in W 20 in D 18 in
1920s Silk Lamé Floral Piano Shawl with Fringe
Located in Yucca Valley, CA
Gorgeous 1920's silk lamé piano shawl. MASSIVE 52"x45" size with 2' of ombre fringe! Extremely
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Early 20th Century Antique Silk Scarves
Vintage Japanese Indigo Blue Silk Shibori Obi Scarf
Located in Antwerp, BE
Over 13 feet long (404 cm) vintage 1920 Japanese hand dyed shibori men's obi. Used for men as a waist tie obi, but makes a very lush luxurious scarf! It is even wide enough to creati...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Antique Silk Scarves
Vintage Japanese Blackish Blue Silk Shibori Obi Scarf
Located in Antwerp, BE
Over Eleven feet long (356 cm) vintage 1920 Japanese hand dyed shibori men's obi. Used for men as a waist tie obi, but makes a very lush luxurious scarf! It is even wide enough to cr...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Antique Silk Scarves
Jaques Fath Black and White Silk Scarf Circa 1930
By Jacques Fath, Jacques Fath Paris
Located in Antwerp, BE
Circa 1930 Jacques Fath silk scarf with a rooster design in black and white. A red scarf from the
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Early 20th Century French Antique Silk Scarves
1900s Magnificent French peach ostrich feather and silk boa
Located in Newark, DE
with its original peachy silk tassels.
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20th Century French Edwardian Antique Silk Scarves
19th Century Chinese Qing Dynasty Silk Embroidered Wedding Collar
Located in Antwerp, BE
dynasty period.
The front of the collar is fine silk cut and embroidered with symbols of happiness
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1890s Chinese Antique Silk Scarves
Christian Dior Silk Scarf
By Christian Dior
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Get your hands on this stunning mid century Christian Dior silk scarf! Ivory silk features
a blue
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Silk Scarves
Versace Multicolour Silk foulard
By Versace
Located in Capri, IT
Versace Multicolour Silk foulard
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19th Century Italian Antique Silk Scarves
Vintage 1920's Silk Scarf Silk Jersey Red Geometric Pattern neck scarf
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This truly spectacular 1920's silk jersey scarf, in a warm shade of red with a geometric pattern in
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1920s Antique Silk Scarves
1920s Silk Velvet Fringed Shawl
Located in New York, NY
1920s silk velvet fringed shawl wearable in a dazzling array of styles.
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Early 20th Century Antique Silk Scarves
Chanel Silk Printed Reversible Skinny Scarf
By Chanel
Located in Amman, JO
Black and grayscale chain and monogram print Chanel silk scarf. Chanel monogram and 'Chanel' letter
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15th Century and Earlier French Antique Silk Scarves
HERMES LE TAROT Beige Silk Scarf
By Hermès
Located in San Francisco, CA
HERMES scarf comes in a beige silk with all over "LE TAROT" print. Wear throughout. Made in France
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19th Century French Antique Silk Scarves
1920's Hand Painted Floral Silk Chiffon Summer Shawl
Located in New Hope, PA
This 1920's hand painted floral silk chiffon shawl is just stunning! The creamy white silk chiffon
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1920s American Antique Silk Scarves
Victorian Cream & Purple Silk Floral Print Scarf
Located in New York, NY
Victorian Cream & Purple Silk Floral Print Scarf
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Early 1900s Antique Silk Scarves
SALVATORE FERRAGAMO Navy & Beige Floral Chiffon Silk Scarf
By Salvatore Ferragamo
Located in San Francisco, CA
SALVATORE FERRAGAMO scarf comes in a navy & beige floral chiffon silk. Made in Italy.
Very Good
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19th Century Antique Silk Scarves
HERMES Bris D'or Yellow Silk Pocket Square
By Hermès
Located in San Francisco, CA
HERMES pocket square comes in a yellow silk with all over "Bris D'or" print. Wear throughout. As-Is
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19th Century French Antique Silk Scarves
1920s French Silk Chiffon and Lame Floral Shawl
Located in Gresham, OR
This 1920's floral print silk chiffon with black background and gold metal lame figures has 14
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Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Silk Scarves
Vintage ED RICHILSON'S Black & Red Reversible Silk Scarf
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage ED RICHILSON'S scarf comes in a black & red bear print featuring a reversible style and a four inch trim.
Very Good Pre-Owned Condition.
Measurements:
60 in. x 12 in.
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Early 19th Century Antique Silk Scarves
20s/30s Silk Tulle Wrap w/ Beading and Paillettes
Located in Gresham, OR
A gorgeous gossamer 20s/30s silk tulle evening wrap with silver beading and unusual turquoise
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Silk Scarves
Vintage Caraibes HERMES Yellow & White Bird Print Silk Scarf
By Hermès
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage HERMES "Caraibes" scarf comes in a yellow & white bird print silk.
Good Pre-Owned
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19th Century Antique Silk Scarves
Grenadine silk shawl with brocaded purplish flowers - France Circa 1860
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1860
France
Beautiful square Grenadine silk shawl, probably made in Lyon or Saint-Etienne
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1860s French Antique Silk Scarves
Size: Dimensions: 162 cm x 162 cm
Vintage HERMES Selles a Housse Multi-Color Equestrian Silk Scarf
By Hermès
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage HERMES "Selles a Housse" scarf comes in a multi-color equestrian print silk. Minor wear. As
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19th Century Antique Silk Scarves
1920s Printed Chiffon and Cut Silk Velvet Fringed Shawl, France
Located in New York, NY
Unusual silk chiffon round shawl made in France circa 1920s. Half of shawl is floral printed
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Silk Scarves
Turn-over shawl in Silk embroidered on Cotton Net - Circa 1840
Located in Toulon, FR
cotton tulle embroidered with silver cream floss-silk with reversible effect. Decoration with kashmir
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1840s Indian Antique Silk Scarves
LOEWE Pastel Yellow Multi Color Plaid Fox Horn Print Silk Scarf
By Loewe
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage LOEWE scarf comes in pastel yellow beige hand rolled silk twill with a multi color plaid
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19th Century Antique Silk Scarves
Magnificent gold lame with rose bouquets silk shawl with ombred fringe 1920s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Magnificent gold lame with rose bouquets silk shawl with ombred fringe 1920s...Large & dramatic
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Early 20th Century French Antique Silk Scarves
A Net embroidered Stole with floss-silk - India for export Western Circa 1830
Located in Toulon, FR
-silk made in Delhi at the beginning of the nineteenth century for fashion in Europe around 1820/1830
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1830s Indian Antique Silk Scarves
Hermes Bibliotheque Silk Scarf
By Hermès
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Do not miss out on this gorgeous Hermes silk scarf circa early 20th century! A golden silk features
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Early 20th Century French Antique Silk Scarves
Edwardian Beaded Silk Wrap
Located in New York, NY
Phenomenal. The beads are in the weave of the textile of the silk, it is otherworldly. This cuts
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Early 20th Century Antique Silk Scarves
Hermes Silk Mythiques Pheonix Print Scarf/90cm
By Hermès
Located in Amman, JO
Jungle-print multicolor Mythiques Phoenix Hermès square scarf, 100% silk. In excellent condition
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15th Century and Earlier French Antique Silk Scarves
Vintage CARTIER Gold & Grey Twill Silk Scarf
By Cartier
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage CARTIER scarf comes in a gold & grey twill silk. Minor discoloration. Made in Italy.
Good
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19th Century Antique Silk Scarves
1920s Silk Hand Painted, Fringed Red Shawl
Located in London, GB
This a stunning fine silk scarf/shawl from the 1920s. The fabric is a bright tomato red colour with
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1920s Antique Silk Scarves
Vintage 1920's Silk Floral Embroidered Piano Shawl
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This magnificent 1920's large silk square shawl, in the darkest shade of midnight black, is the
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1920s Antique Silk Scarves
An Alexander McQueen Disassembled Union Jack Print Silk Foulard
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Aci Castello, IT
Iconic Alexander McQueen Silk foulard made in Italy. It's never worn.
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Early 20th Century Italian Antique Silk Scarves
An Alexander McQueen Pink Silk Scarf made in Italy
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Aci Castello, IT
An iconic Alexander McQueen Pink Silk Scarf decorated with skulls, flora and fauna.
Dimension 135
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Early 20th Century Italian Antique Silk Scarves
Vintage RALPH LAUREN Collection Pink & White Equestrian Silk Scarf
By Ralph Lauren
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage RALPH LAUREN Collection scarf comes in a pink & white equestrian silk featuring a square
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19th Century Italian Antique Silk Scarves
Victorian Silk Chantilly Lace Shawl with Gathered Ruffle Tier
Located in Gresham, OR
A beautiful black Victorian silk Chantilly lace shawl with a flat triangular top piece and a
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Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Silk Scarves
A Never Worn Alexander McQueen Light Blue Silk Skulls Scarf
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Aci Castello, IT
Alexander McQueen Light Blue Silk Foulard with Skulls and other iconic element of the stylist..
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Early 20th Century Italian Antique Silk Scarves
Iconic White Silk Scarf by Alexander McQueen, with central Skull
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Aci Castello, IT
Iconic White Silk Scarf by Alexander McQueen, with central Skull and other shell and coral designs
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Early 20th Century Italian Antique Silk Scarves
1920s Burnt Umber Silk Satin and Gold Lame Fringed Piano Shawl
Located in Gresham, OR
A gorgeous, large 1920s burnt umber silk satin and gold lame fringed piano shawl.
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Early 20th Century American Antique Silk Scarves
Perry Ellis Embroidered Lavender Border with Multi Paisley Silk Scarf
By Perry Ellis
Located in New York, NY
Perry Ellis rare Multi-Palseys center in black and shades of lavender and violet is surrounded with lavender with detailed embroidery, finished with hand-rolled edges. This wo...
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1880s Italian Antique Silk Scarves
1920s Hand Painted Silk Art Deco Fringed Shawl Made In France
Located in Gresham, OR
A rare 1920s large French-made black silk shawl with incredible vibrantly hand-painted (dyed, not
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1920s French Antique Silk Scarves
An Iconic Policrome Silk Scarf by Alexander McQueen Manufactured in Italy
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A Silk Scarf by Alexander McQueen manufactured in Italy, with the artist's iconic characteristic
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Early 20th Century Italian Antique Silk Scarves
Rare Remoy d'Urville Creation Designer Silk Scarf Vintage1980s Abstract Citysca
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Rare Remoy d'Urville Creation Designer Silk Scarf Vintage1980s Abstract Cityscape
Moda Italiana
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1880s Italian Antique Silk Scarves
HERMÈS 1967 Silk Scarf designed by Christine Vauzelles “Selles a Housse”
By Hermès
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
HERMÈS 1967 Silk Scarf designed by Christine Vauzelles “Selles a Housse”
That much loved subject
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1860s French Antique Silk Scarves
Iconic Black and White Silk Scarf by Alexander McQueen, with central Skull
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Aci Castello, IT
Iconic Black and White Silk Scarf by Alexander McQueen, with central Skull and other characteristic
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Early 20th Century Italian Antique Silk Scarves
A gold and silk embroidered Fichu or Palatine Fichu Scarf - Europe - Circa 1700
Located in Toulon, FR
First half of the 18th century
Germany or Europe
Fichu or Palatine kerchief in brown silk gauze
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Early 18th Century Antique Silk Scarves
Size: Triangle of 78 cm X 78 cm
Hermès Silk Scarf 1776 UNITES STATES 1976 Bicentenary of Independance Arms of US
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
of 100% Silk
Colorways: Blue, Red, Yellow
"HERMES PARIS ©"
Measurements: Around 90 x 86 cm (35,45
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Late 19th Century French Antique Silk Scarves
W 33.86 in L 35.44 in
NEW Vintage HERMES Belt print 1985 by Joachim Met Multi-Color Silk Scarf
By Hermès
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage HERMES "Belt print" 1985 by Joachim Metz scarf comes in a multi-color print sik. Minor wear. As-is.
Good Pre-Owned Condition.
Measurements:
36 in. x 35 in.
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19th Century Antique Silk Scarves
Hermès Silk Scarf Belle Ile Le Port Saint Tropez Dauchez Boats 90 cm Rare
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Philippe Dauchez
Rated 2A in "Carrés d'art III" Book
Made in France
Made of 100% Silk
Colorways: Green
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Late 19th Century French Antique Silk Scarves
Antique Mounted Towel Rail, English, Brass, Glass, Scarf Rack, Victorian, C.1850
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
accessorising a boudoir for silk scarves
Two small mounting points set within the backplate for ease of hanging
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Mid-19th Century British Victorian Antique Silk Scarves
Materials
Brass
H 5.12 in W 2.76 in D 17.33 in
1920s Pink & Raspberry Silk Shawl
Located in Rockwood, ON
Gorgeous embroidered silk Chinese export shawl c. 1920s or earlier. It is a spectacular explosion
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Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Antique Silk Scarves
1920s Silk Fringe Piano Shawl
Located in Rockwood, ON
New Price
Unbelievable embroidered silk Chinese export shawl c. 1920s or earlier. A
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Silk Scarves
Moroccan Woven and Dyed Silk Wedding Veil
Located in Brooklyn, NY
wedding ceremonies were known for beautifully dyed large silk scarves, which were elaborately wrapped
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Early 20th Century Moroccan Antique Silk Scarves
1920s Silk Embroidered Piano Scarf Evening Dress
Located in Dallas, TX
Stunning c.1924 evening dress made from silk fringe piano scarves. Okay the piano scarf…..It is an
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Early 20th Century Unknown Antique Silk Scarves
Rare 1920s Gold Lame & Silk Fringe Shawl
Located in Rockwood, ON
masterpiece and really a work of art. It has the added decadence of silk fringe that makes it amazing! The
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Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Antique Silk Scarves
Vintage Spanish Chantilly Lace Silk Black Mantilla Veil
Located in Portsmouth, Hampshire
Vintage original Spanish Veil/mantilla lace. Black silk chantilly in floral design and scalloped
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1910s Spanish Antique Silk Scarves
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By Thierry Mugler
Located in Atlanta, GA
Purrrr-fection! This Thierry Mugler C.1990 silk top is loaded with feline details beyond the animal print. It snaps at the back with an hourglass silhouette which nips at the waist...
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1990s French Antique Silk Scarves
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Alexander McQueen New Cashmere Popped Lapel Collar Jacket and Skirt A/W 1999
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black cashmere blend skirt and jacket with a dramatic stand up collar from Alexander McQueen. The double breasted jacket has a stand up lapel collar which frames the face ...
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Alexander McQueen New Khaki Pants with Hip Lacing S/S 2002
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
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1990s Versace Dress w/ Handkerchief Chiffon Hem
By Versace
Located in San Francisco, CA
1990s Versace Dress w/ Handkerchief Chiffon Hem. Back zip closure. Versace stamped rings on shoulder straps. Padded inner bodice provides support.
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1990s Antique Silk Scarves
Vintage Japanese Silk Kimono
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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1970s Unknown Antique Silk Scarves
F/W 2004 Tom Ford for Gucci Chevron Quilting Black Soft Leather Coat It 40 US 4
By Tom Ford, Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
Rare TOM FORD for GUCCI Collectible Coat
2004 Collection
Italian Size 40 – US 4
100% Soft Leather - Color Black, Top Stitching Around - Chevron Quilting, Front Double Snap Closure.
T...
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Early 2000s Italian Antique Silk Scarves
Gucci by Tom Ford monogram canvas and leather pant suit, fw 2000
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in London, GB
Gucci by Tom Ford; monogram canvas and tan leather pant suit. Flared high-rise pants with leather waist band and zip closure attaching both legs together. Single breasted mid-length ...
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1990s Italian Antique Silk Scarves
$12,179
Size: FR 34 - UK 6 - IT 38 - XS
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Sz 44 Black Corset / Bustier Dress YSL
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Drop dead gorgeous vintage Yves Saint Laurent 'Rive Gauche' YSL black dress! Quite possibly the most flattering dress I have ever seen! This rare beauty does wonders for the body! Co...
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1980s French Antique Silk Scarves
$2,495
Size: 44 / US 10 - 12
Gucci by Tom Ford S/S 1998 Vintage Leather Straps Black Evening Dress Gown
By Gucci
Located in Naples, FL
Gucci by Tom Ford S/S 1998 Vintage Leather Straps Evening Dress Gown IT 42
Black Gucci vintage maxi dress featuring leather straps with metal logo buckles, square neckline, zip clos...
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1990s Antique Silk Scarves
Atelier Versace by Gianni Versace Haute Couture Embellished Evening Dress Gown
By Atelier Versace
Located in Naples, FL
Atelier Versace by Gianni Versace Haute Couture Embellished Black Evening Dress Gown IT 42
Atelier Versace backless evening dress with V-neck featuring bead and sequin floral embell...
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Early 2000s Antique Silk Scarves
THIERRY MUGLER Black Skirt Suit With Lace Details Size 40
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This THIERRY MUGLER skirt suit is composed of a black polyester and lace fabric. Features a classic Mugler silhouette with nipped waist and curved bust-line to neckline design. The j...
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Late 20th Century French Antique Silk Scarves
Christian Dior Haute Couture Long Blue Gown Provenance Betsy Bloomingdale 1988
By Christian Dior
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a long royal blue silk taffeta gown by Christian Dior Haute Couture, from 1988-89. The gown has long sleeves, a wrapped front and back bodice, a large bow on the side hip, a...
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Prada Taupe silk organza fairy pant suit, ss 2008
By Prada
Located in London, GB
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Vintage Versace Atelier 90's Black Silk Embellished Tulle Open Back Dress It 42
By Atelier Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
Vintage Versace Atelier Black Embellished Tulle Long Dress Gown
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Late 20th Century Italian Antique Silk Scarves
Versace F/W 2003 Runway Leather Bondage Black Corset Top
By Versace
Located in Naples, FL
Versace F/W 2003 Runway Leather Bondage Black Corset Top IT 44
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Early 2000s Antique Silk Scarves
Azzedine Alaia black laser cut boiled wool fringed tunic, fw 1993
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Azzedine Alaia black laser cut boiled wool fringed tunic.
Fall-Winter 1993
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1990s French Antique Silk Scarves
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Antique Silk Scarves For Sale on 1stDibs
Browse a vast assortment of antique silk scarves for sale on 1stDibs. Our collection of antique silk scarves includes a variety of colors, spanning Black, Gray, Brown and more. If you’re looking for accessories from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find some that date back to the 18th Century while other versions may have been produced as recently as the 20th Century. Finding appealing antique silk scarves such as these — no matter the origin — is easy, but Hermès, Alexander McQueen and Cartier each produced popular versions that are worth a look. There aren’t many items for unisex if you’re seeking these accessories, as most of the options available are for men and women.
How Much are Antique Silk Scarves?
The prices for antique silk scarves start at $68 and top out at $2,200 with these items, on average, selling for $400.
Finding the Right Scarves for You
We’ve long had a love affair with vintage and designer scarves. Every glamorous go-to ensemble deserves the lightweight finishing touch that can be added with this stylish, versatile accessory.
Scarves have held a distinctive place in the evolution of formal and casual wear for centuries. And although now firmly entrenched in western culture, the origins of this neckwear are global.
Egyptian Queen Nefertiti is known to have worn a finely woven scarf with a headdress, and Emperor Cheng of the Chinese Han dynasty presided over an army of warriors whose scarves denoted their rank. The idea of scarves as status symbols still persists; for example, silk scarves, which were favored by the upper class during the reign of Queen Victoria, are an out-of-reach luxury item, cost prohibitive for many consumers. However, the increasing diversity of available materials over the years has rendered this adornment more accessible since their early days.
Luxury houses and various designers helped elevate scarves and long, flowing wraps as a desirable fashion accessory during the 20th century.
Visionary Italian designer Emilio Pucci — the first fashion designer to enter the lifestyle market — introduced abstractions and dazzling psychedelic elements to scarves, while mid-century era multidisciplinary American artist Vera Neumann drew on Japanese techniques to create exuberant textile designs based on her paintings and drawings.
Established in Paris in 1837, Hermès didn’t start creating their famously decorative scarves until 100 years later, in 1937. Before long, the Hermès scarf, then crafted from strong imported Chinese silk, became an iconic work favored by actresses such as Audrey Hepburn and Grace Kelly, a lifetime enthusiast of the family-owned brand. Hermès has produced over 2,000 different scarf designs in the decades since Robert Dumas, Émile-Maurice Hermès’s son-in-law, crafted the first one.
On 1stDibs, find a broad selection of vintage scarves that includes flamboyant and colorful accessories designed by Chanel, Yves Saint Laurent and more.
Questions About Antique Silk Scarves
- Can silk scarves be framed?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Yes, silk scarves can be framed as art. For best results, enlist the services of a professional framer who can recommend the best type of mat and frame to protect the accessory. Find a variety of vintage silk scarves on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Herm�s is a high-end luxury brand and only uses the finest materials for all of its products. The classic carr� scarves are made of 100% silk and some of the brands other scarves are made of high-quality cashmere and silk. Browse a wide collection of Herm�s scarves on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Louis Vuitton silk scarves are made of 100% silk and entirely made in Italy. The iconic label began as a luggage and trunk manufacturer and was quite successful before branching out into handbags, clothing and accessories including the iconic scarf. Shop a collection of properly vetted vintage and new Louis Vuitton scarves from some of the worlds top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Yes, most Fendi silk scarves are hand-rolled. Also called a rolled edge, rolled hem or rollover stitch, this technique gives a scarf a tight tubular edge secured by hand-applied stitches. You can shop a range of Fendi scarves on 1stDibs.
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