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Pure White Late Victorian Dress with Lace Hearts, Embroidery and Cut Work
Pure White Late Victorian Dress with Lace Hearts, Embroidery and Cut Work

Pure White Late Victorian Dress with Lace Hearts, Embroidery and Cut Work

Located in New Hope, PA

This Victorian dress has it all! Made from a very fine handkerchief linen it has a high neck, exquisite floral embroidery, a very generous amount of heart patterned lace insertion, ...

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1890s American Antique Victorian Dress

Antique Victorian Nine Dress Buttons Carnelian Agate Cabochon Cut Brass Fttungs
Antique Victorian Nine Dress Buttons Carnelian Agate Cabochon Cut Brass Fttungs

Antique Victorian Nine Dress Buttons Carnelian Agate Cabochon Cut Brass Fttungs

Located in Munich, Bavaria

These Victorian Dress Buttons were handcrafted out of deep orange coloured banded agate in the second half of the 19th century.

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1870s European Victorian Antique Victorian Dress

Materials

Carnelian, Brass

19th Century Oil - Bust of a Victorian Lady
19th Century Oil - Bust of a Victorian Lady

19th Century Oil - Bust of a Victorian Lady

Located in Corsham, GB

This traditional 19th-century portrait depicts a middle-aged woman in Victorian dress, featuring a white lace cap and dark clothing with white collar details against a warm brown bac...

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19th Century Antique Victorian Dress

Materials

Oil

Victorian White Embroidered Dress, Upcycled Studio VL
Victorian White Embroidered Dress, Upcycled Studio VL

Victorian White Embroidered Dress, Upcycled Studio VL

By Leslie Chin x Studio VL, Studio VL

Located in New York, NY

Victorian White Embroidered Dress, Upcycled Studio VL.

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1890s American Antique Victorian Dress

1920S Eggplant Purple Silk Crepe De Chine Victorian Style Long Sleeve Dress Wit
1920S Eggplant Purple Silk Crepe De Chine Victorian Style Long Sleeve Dress Wit

1920S Eggplant Purple Silk Crepe De Chine Victorian Style Long Sleeve Dress Wit

Located in New York, NY

Often referred to as investment vintage, Morphew assures that from rare Victorian laces to the most coveted designer collections, each piece has stood the test of time, representing ...

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1920s Antique Victorian Dress

Victorian Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1900s
Victorian Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1900s

Victorian Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1900s

Located in London, GB

Dating to the 1900s, this Victorian dress ring features a centre ruby weighing 0.35 carat.

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Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Antique Victorian Dress

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

American Art Deco Perfume Bottle by Babs Creations, Clear Glass, 1939
American Art Deco Perfume Bottle by Babs Creations, Clear Glass, 1939

American Art Deco Perfume Bottle by Babs Creations, Clear Glass, 1939

Located in Queens, NY

American 1939 clear glass perfume bottle (YESTERYEAR PERFUME by BABS CREATIONS) shaped as a young woman in a Victorian dress holding an umbrella, with a bouquet of flowers and a velv...

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Early 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Antique Victorian Dress

Materials

Brass

Antique Edwardian Embroidered Ivory Lace Dress
Antique Edwardian Embroidered Ivory Lace Dress

Antique Edwardian Embroidered Ivory Lace Dress

Located in New York, NY

These Victorian/Edwardian era dresses are commonly mis-referred to as tea dresses or tea gowns, but they were actually known as "lingerie dresses."

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19th Century Antique Victorian Dress

Antique 14ct Gold Victorian Oval Faceted Amethyst Ring
Antique 14ct Gold Victorian Oval Faceted Amethyst Ring

Antique 14ct Gold Victorian Oval Faceted Amethyst Ring

Located in Brighton, GB

Antique Amethyst Ring 14ct Yellow & Rose Gold Tested Circa 1880 A fabulous, Victorian dress ring. Features a lovely, large, faceted, oval amethyst stone.

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Late 19th Century European Victorian Antique Victorian Dress

Materials

Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Edwardian Ivory Embroidered Lace Lawn Dress With Underskirt
Antique Edwardian Ivory Embroidered Lace Lawn Dress With Underskirt

Antique Edwardian Ivory Embroidered Lace Lawn Dress With Underskirt

Located in New York, NY

These Victorian/Edwardian era dresses are commonly mis-referred to as tea dresses or tea gowns, but they were actually known as "lingerie dresses."

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19th Century Antique Victorian Dress

Antique Victorian Hand Painted Wall Hanging Mirror Depicting Elegant Lady
Antique Victorian Hand Painted Wall Hanging Mirror Depicting Elegant Lady

Antique Victorian Hand Painted Wall Hanging Mirror Depicting Elegant Lady

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this exquisite antique circa 1880 wall hanging mirror depicting an elegant lady in Victorian dress A good looking, well made and decorative piec...

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1880s English High Victorian Antique Victorian Dress

Materials

Mirror

Antique Victorian Yellow Gold and Silver Blue Enamel & Old Cut Diamond Earrings
Antique Victorian Yellow Gold and Silver Blue Enamel & Old Cut Diamond Earrings

Antique Victorian Yellow Gold and Silver Blue Enamel & Old Cut Diamond Earrings

Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB

The earring backs are later additions to the earrings, and the earrings may have been converted from a set of Victorian dress studs or cufflinks, and a matching ring is available.

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1860s British Victorian Antique Victorian Dress

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Enamel

A Ceremonial two pieces gown in moiré silk faille – England Circa 1845
A Ceremonial two pieces gown in moiré silk faille – England Circa 1845

A Ceremonial two pieces gown in moiré silk faille – England Circa 1845

Located in Toulon, FR

Front height 138 cm, back height 145 cm, shoulders 48 cm, bust 90 cm, waist 62 cm, sleeves 43 cm, hips 145 cm. This early Victorian period wedding dress reflects, through its colour...

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1840s English Antique Victorian Dress

Antique Victorian 15K Yellow Gold and Silver Blue Enamel & Old Cut Diamond Ring
Antique Victorian 15K Yellow Gold and Silver Blue Enamel & Old Cut Diamond Ring

Antique Victorian 15K Yellow Gold and Silver Blue Enamel & Old Cut Diamond Ring

Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB

The ring band is a later addition to the piece, and the ring may have been converted from a set of Victorian dress studs or cufflinks, and a matching pair of earrings are available.

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1860s British Victorian Antique Victorian Dress

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Enamel

English Victorian Lady in a Dress Portrait
English Victorian Lady in a Dress Portrait

English Victorian Lady in a Dress Portrait

By Charles J. Basebe

Located in Queens, NY

English Victorian miniature oil painting portrait of a seated lady wearing a black dress and white bonnet in maroon leather case (signed: C(harles) J BASEBE 1841)

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19th Century British Victorian Antique Victorian Dress

Materials

Leather

Victorian Enamel and Diamond Dress Ring
Victorian Enamel and Diamond Dress Ring

Victorian Enamel and Diamond Dress Ring

Located in London, GB

Here we have a delightful dress ring dating back to the Victorian period. This antique piece has been crafted from a rich 18ct yellow gold and showcases an elongated oval shaped head...

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1880s Victorian Antique Victorian Dress

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian Style Natural Pearl and Enamel Dress Ring
Victorian Style Natural Pearl and Enamel Dress Ring

Victorian Style Natural Pearl and Enamel Dress Ring

Located in London, GB

Here we have a delightful 18ct yellow gold dress ring. At the centre of the face we find a single round natural pearl neatly nestled in a fine star-burst setting. This principal ston...

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19th Century Victorian Antique Victorian Dress

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Victorian Butterfly Skirt Lifter Dress Holder
Antique Victorian Butterfly Skirt Lifter Dress Holder

Antique Victorian Butterfly Skirt Lifter Dress Holder

Located in Chonburi, TH

Fyfe's patent first registered Sept 21st 1876, Pretty butterfly design skirt lifter.

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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Victorian Dress

Materials

Brass

Victorian Synthetic Ruby and 0.62 Carat Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Victorian Synthetic Ruby and 0.62 Carat Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring

Victorian Synthetic Ruby and 0.62 Carat Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A stunning, fine and impressive antique Victorian synthetic ruby and 0.62 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold and silver set dress ring; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estat...

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1890s Antique Victorian Dress

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver

Victorian Taxidermy Pheasant Fancy Dress Hat
Victorian Taxidermy Pheasant Fancy Dress Hat

Victorian Taxidermy Pheasant Fancy Dress Hat

Located in New York, NY

Victorian Taxidermy Pheasant Fancy Dress Hat from the third quarter of the 19th Century.

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1870s American Antique Victorian Dress

Antique 9ct Gold Victorian Garnet & Pearl Dress Ring
Antique 9ct Gold Victorian Garnet & Pearl Dress Ring

Antique 9ct Gold Victorian Garnet & Pearl Dress Ring

Located in Brighton, GB

Antique Garnet & Pearl Dress Ring 9ct Gold Tested Circa 1850 A conversion from an early Victorian brooch to a lovely statement ring.

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Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Victorian Dress

Materials

Garnet, Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold

Victorian Old Cut Diamond Cluster and Enamel Dress Ring
Victorian Old Cut Diamond Cluster and Enamel Dress Ring

Victorian Old Cut Diamond Cluster and Enamel Dress Ring

Located in London, GB

Here we have a remarkable dress ring taken from the Victorian era. This exquisite piece features a centralised old mine cut diamond, radiating a pristine white hue whilst being encir...

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1880s Victorian Antique Victorian Dress

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Late Victorian Gold Dress Pin with Sculpted Fox Terrier
Late Victorian Gold Dress Pin with Sculpted Fox Terrier

Late Victorian Gold Dress Pin with Sculpted Fox Terrier

Located in Firenze, IT

A Victorian “ Animalier “ 18kt gold dress pin decorated with a fox terrier full figure, overall length 55mm.

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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Victorian Dress

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

19th Century American Victorian Watercolor of Girl in Red Dress
19th Century American Victorian Watercolor of Girl in Red Dress

19th Century American Victorian Watercolor of Girl in Red Dress

Located in Queens, NY

American Victorian 19th Cent watercolor of girl wearing red dress on shore with boats in background in gilt frame (signed George Essing)

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19th Century American Victorian Antique Victorian Dress

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Paint

EXQUISiTE HAND MADE IN ITALY POUR LE BAIN MURANO GLASS VENETIAN ETCHED TRAY
EXQUISiTE HAND MADE IN ITALY POUR LE BAIN MURANO GLASS VENETIAN ETCHED TRAY

EXQUISiTE HAND MADE IN ITALY POUR LE BAIN MURANO GLASS VENETIAN ETCHED TRAY

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this super decorative hand made in Venice Italy Murano glass Pour Le Bain serving tray A good looking and h...

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Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Antique Victorian Dress

Materials

Glass

Pair of French Limoges Enamel Vases
Pair of French Limoges Enamel Vases

Pair of French Limoges Enamel Vases

By Limoges

Located in Newark, England

The primary scene, enamelled in soft painterly tones, depicts a female figure in Victorian dress, set against a landscaped courtyard with distant architecture and delicate floral bor...

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Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Victorian Dress

Materials

Brass, Enamel

Antique Victorian 9K Yellow Gold Mother of Pearl Dress Buttons Set
Antique Victorian 9K Yellow Gold Mother of Pearl Dress Buttons Set

Antique Victorian 9K Yellow Gold Mother of Pearl Dress Buttons Set

Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB

A set of six antique mother of pearl, and yellow gold dress buttons, each comprising one circular panel of mother of pearl, in 9 karat yellow gold. My favourite thing about these A...

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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Victorian Dress

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Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian English Oil Painting Young Girl In Dress Standing in Village Garden
Victorian English Oil Painting Young Girl In Dress Standing in Village Garden

Victorian English Oil Painting Young Girl In Dress Standing in Village Garden

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Artist/ School: English School, late 19th/ early 20th century. The painting came from a large collection of works by one artist. A very few of them are signed what looks to be 'F. Wa...

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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Victorian Dress

Materials

Oil

Late Victorian Gold Dress Pin with a Micro Seed Pearls and Enamel Crown
Late Victorian Gold Dress Pin with a Micro Seed Pearls and Enamel Crown

Late Victorian Gold Dress Pin with a Micro Seed Pearls and Enamel Crown

Located in Firenze, IT

A Victorian 18kt gold dress pin decorated with an enamel and micro seed pearls crest crown, overall length 51 mm.

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1890s British Victorian Antique Victorian Dress

Materials

Pearl, Gold, Enamel

'Lady in a Satin Dress', Neo-Classical Female Portrait Oil, Victorian Hairstyle
'Lady in a Satin Dress', Neo-Classical Female Portrait Oil, Victorian Hairstyle

'Lady in a Satin Dress', Neo-Classical Female Portrait Oil, Victorian Hairstyle

By E. Brown

Located in Santa Cruz, CA

Signed lower left, 'E. Brown' (English school, 19th century) and dated 'May, 1844'. A fine, mid-nineteenth century portrait of a lady of quality wearing the hairstyle made popular b...

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1840s Antique Victorian Dress

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Dress for Doll or Young Girl in Embroidered Moiré Silk - Victorian Period 1860
Dress for Doll or Young Girl in Embroidered Moiré Silk - Victorian Period 1860

Dress for Doll or Young Girl in Embroidered Moiré Silk - Victorian Period 1860

Located in Toulon, FR

Circa 1860/1900 France Beautiful dress for doll or young girl and its reticule from the Second French Empire period in black silk moire embroidered with a fine pattern of leafy stem...

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1860s French Antique Victorian Dress

Original Vintage Underground Poster The Londoner's Transport Throughout The Ages
Original Vintage Underground Poster The Londoner's Transport Throughout The Ages

Original Vintage Underground Poster The Londoner's Transport Throughout The Ages

Located in London, GB

Fantastic design featuring colorful historic illustrations showing Some of the Means of transport in London from A.D. 327 to 1927 with stylized text below, starting with Shank's Pony...

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1920s British Antique Victorian Dress

Materials

Paper

Portrait of a Young Lady in a Yellow Dress - British Victorian art oil painting
Portrait of a Young Lady in a Yellow Dress - British Victorian art oil painting

Portrait of a Young Lady in a Yellow Dress - British Victorian art oil painting

By Sir William Blake Richmond

Located in Hagley, England

This lovely British Victorian Pre-Raphaelite portrait oil painting is by Royal Academy artist Sir William Blake Richmond. Painted circa 1900 it is a stunning example of his work with...

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Early 1900s Impressionist Antique Victorian Dress

Materials

Oil

Oil Portrait of a Victorian Lady, c. 1850
Oil Portrait of a Victorian Lady, c. 1850

Oil Portrait of a Victorian Lady, c. 1850

Located in Chicago, IL

The half length portrait depicts a fine Victorian woman dressed in all black with a delicate lace collar and bonnet.

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Mid-19th Century British Victorian Antique Victorian Dress

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Paint

Large Antique Grand Tour Travel Photography Album by Bosetti, X., L.P. Et Al
Large Antique Grand Tour Travel Photography Album by Bosetti, X., L.P. Et Al

Large Antique Grand Tour Travel Photography Album by Bosetti, X., L.P. Et Al

Located in New York, NY

Lake Como by Bosetti Mountaineering at the Aletsch Glacier, the largest in the Swiss Alps Female mountain climber in formal Victorian dress at the Mauvaise Pas Very good images o...

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19th Century European Grand Tour Antique Victorian Dress

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Leather, Paper

Antique Victorian Hall Umbrella Coat Stand 19th Century
Antique Victorian Hall Umbrella Coat Stand 19th Century

Antique Victorian Hall Umbrella Coat Stand 19th Century

Located in London, GB

It became more of a Victorian trend to dress Mahogany with these decorative veneers, such as Burr Walnut and Coromandel, so that the actual Mahogany was almost hidden from view.

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1860s English Victorian Antique Victorian Dress

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Victorian Mahogany Serving Table Buffet
19th Century Victorian Mahogany Serving Table Buffet

19th Century Victorian Mahogany Serving Table Buffet

Located in London, GB

It became more of a Victorian trend to dress mahogany with these decorative veneers, such as kingwood, burr walnut and coromandel, so that the actual mahogany was almost hidden from ...

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1850s English Victorian Antique Victorian Dress

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Mahogany

19th Century Pair of English Victorian Leather Armchairs
19th Century Pair of English Victorian Leather Armchairs

19th Century Pair of English Victorian Leather Armchairs

Located in London, GB

It became more of a Victorian trend to dress mahogany with these decorative veneers, such as burr walnut and coromandel, so that the actual mahogany was almost hidden from view.

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1880s English Victorian Antique Victorian Dress

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Leather, Mahogany

1890 Victorian 14k Rose Gold Diamond/Sapphire Flower Drop Earrings
1890 Victorian 14k Rose Gold Diamond/Sapphire Flower Drop Earrings

1890 Victorian 14k Rose Gold Diamond/Sapphire Flower Drop Earrings

Located in Lexington, KY

The floral pattern adds a touch of fun that allow these earrings to work just as well with a casual outfit as a formal dress. 1890 Victorian 14k Rose Gold Diamond/Sapphire Flower D...

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1890s Victorian Antique Victorian Dress

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

2 Antique Victorian Black Velvet & Lace Bodice & Shirtwaist Shadowboxes 30"
2 Antique Victorian Black Velvet & Lace Bodice & Shirtwaist Shadowboxes 30"

2 Antique Victorian Black Velvet & Lace Bodice & Shirtwaist Shadowboxes 30"

Located in Dayton, OH

Impressive pair of circa 1890's Victorian women's dress tops. One elaborately layered black lace / mesh shirtwaist with leg of mutton / gigot sleeve.

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1890s Victorian Antique Victorian Dress

Materials

Fabric, Velvet

19th Victorian Mahogany Shaving Mirror or Chest Mirror
19th Victorian Mahogany Shaving Mirror or Chest Mirror

19th Victorian Mahogany Shaving Mirror or Chest Mirror

Located in Germantown, MD

A 19th Victorian Mahogany Shaving Mirror or dress mirror to go on the table or on the Chest.

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19th Century American Victorian Antique Victorian Dress

Materials

Mirror, Mahogany

Antique Victorian Flame Mahogany Partners Pedestal Desk 19th Century
Antique Victorian Flame Mahogany Partners Pedestal Desk 19th Century

Antique Victorian Flame Mahogany Partners Pedestal Desk 19th Century

Located in London, GB

It became more of a Victorian trend to dress Mahogany with these decorative veneers, such as Burr Walnut and Coromandel, so that the actual Mahogany was almost hidden from view.

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1880s English Victorian Antique Victorian Dress

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Mahogany

Antique Victorian Crossbanded & Inlaid Flame Mahogany Pedestal Desk 19thCentury
Antique Victorian Crossbanded & Inlaid Flame Mahogany Pedestal Desk 19thCentury

Antique Victorian Crossbanded & Inlaid Flame Mahogany Pedestal Desk 19thCentury

Located in London, GB

It became more of a Victorian trend to dress mahogany with these decorative veneers, such as kingwood, burr walnut and coromandel, so tha,t the actual mahogany was almost hidden from...

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1880s English Victorian Antique Victorian Dress

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Mahogany

19th Century English Oil Painting on Canvas, Victorian Woman, Illegibly Signed
19th Century English Oil Painting on Canvas, Victorian Woman, Illegibly Signed

19th Century English Oil Painting on Canvas, Victorian Woman, Illegibly Signed

Located in Miami, FL

19th Century English Oil Painting on Canvas, Victorian Woman, Illegibly Signed Offered for sale is a 19th century oil on canvas painting of an elegantly dressed Victorian woman.

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19th Century English Victorian Antique Victorian Dress

Materials

Wire

Antique Victorian Crossbanded & Inlaid Flame Mahogany Pedestal Desk 19thCentury
Antique Victorian Crossbanded & Inlaid Flame Mahogany Pedestal Desk 19thCentury

Antique Victorian Crossbanded & Inlaid Flame Mahogany Pedestal Desk 19thCentury

Located in London, GB

It became more of a Victorian trend to dress mahogany with these decorative veneers, such as kingwood, burr walnut and coromandel, so tha,t the actual mahogany was almost hidden from...

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1880s English Victorian Antique Victorian Dress

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Victorian Mahogany Twin Base Extending Dining Table 19th Century
Antique Victorian Mahogany Twin Base Extending Dining Table 19th Century

Antique Victorian Mahogany Twin Base Extending Dining Table 19th Century

By Wylie & Lochhead

Located in London, GB

It became more of a Victorian trend to dress Mahogany with these decorative veneers, such as burr walnut and Coromandel, so that the actual mahogany was almost hidden from view.

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1850s English Victorian Antique Victorian Dress

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Mahogany

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Antique Victorian Dress For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the antique victorian dress you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold. You’re likely to find the perfect antique victorian dress among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Creating an antique victorian dress has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Morphew, George Goodwin Kilburne and Herve Léger are consistently popular. While most can agree that any antique victorian dress from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a Diamond version from the 23 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. See these pages for a mixed cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also round cut cut and old european cut cut versions available here, too. When shopping for an antique victorian dress, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Antique Victorian Dress?

The price for an antique victorian dress starts at $136 and tops out at $75,000 with these clothing, on average, selling for $1,750.
Questions About Antique Victorian Dress
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    The parts of a Victorian dress are called the bodice and the skirt. Bodice refers to the area of the dress above the waist, while the skirt is the portion that flows from the waist to the floor. Underneath their dresses, Victorians often wore corsets to cinch their waistlines, hoop crinolines to enhance the shape of the skirt and bustles to lift the back of the dress in the buttocks area. However, these undergarments were separate pieces that had to be put on prior to a dress. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of historic, vintage and contemporary dresses.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Victorian dresses consist of two parts, the bodice and the skirt. What makes Victorian dresses special and distinctive is the ample back of the skirt which is supported by a bustle. The bustle is not a part of the dress; it is an undergarment that’s similar to a half slip with enough support to lift the heavy fabrics of a Victorian skirt. Shop a collection of vintage clothing from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.