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Vintage 1930's Pongee Silk Floral Neck Scarf Head Scarf
Vintage 1930's Pongee Silk Floral Neck Scarf Head Scarf

Vintage 1930's Pongee Silk Floral Neck Scarf Head Scarf

Located in Nashville, TN

Please refer to the photographs as they form part of the product description. Fabric: pure pongee silk, Washing instructions: This garment should be dry cleaned.

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1930s Scarves

A Dior Demi Couture Purple Mohair Woolen Skirt Suit Circa 1975
A Dior Demi Couture Purple Mohair Woolen Skirt Suit Circa 1975

A Dior Demi Couture Purple Mohair Woolen Skirt Suit Circa 1975

By Christian Dior

Located in Toulon, FR

Jacket and skirt "sport" look in thick purple Mohair wool canvas, fully lined with pongee silk in the same color. Crossed jacket with stitching, small collar and belt at the waist.

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1970s French Skirt Suits

Art Deco Silk Lounging Pajamas, Japan
Art Deco Silk Lounging Pajamas, Japan

Art Deco Silk Lounging Pajamas, Japan

Located in New York, NY

Natural light weight silk pongee trimmed in printed Japonesque floral silk, perfect for summer day wear. 1920's Japan.

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1920s Japanese Loungewear

Printed silk coat by Jean Hercey - Paris Circa 1965
Printed silk coat by Jean Hercey - Paris Circa 1965

Printed silk coat by Jean Hercey - Paris Circa 1965

Located in Toulon, FR

The coat is fully lined in mustard yellow silk pongee and finished entirely by hand. There are no visible flaws in this coat, which has been beautifully primed.

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1960s French Coats

An early Grey silk Redingote dress - France Circa 1820-1825
An early Grey silk Redingote dress - France Circa 1820-1825

An early Grey silk Redingote dress - France Circa 1820-1825

Located in Toulon, FR

Original lining in cream silk pongee. The silk is not fused and is in good condition, despite small spots and stains here and there, much less visible than in the photos.

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1820s French Empire Waist Dresses

A ceremonial Furisode Kimono in embroidered silk damask - Japan Circa 1960
A ceremonial Furisode Kimono in embroidered silk damask - Japan Circa 1960

A ceremonial Furisode Kimono in embroidered silk damask - Japan Circa 1960

Located in Toulon, FR

Some are enhanced with gold and silver embroidery in a very strong polychrome style. Coral silk pongee lining with wadding padding at the bottom (the silk padding has been replaced).

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1950s Japanese Wedding Dresses

A Japanese inspiration printed silk evening pyjamas - France Circa 1930
A Japanese inspiration printed silk evening pyjamas - France Circa 1930

A Japanese inspiration printed silk evening pyjamas - France Circa 1930

Located in Toulon, FR

Circa 1930 France Beautiful evening pyjamas, two pieces trousers and bodice in printed silk pongee dating from the 1930s. Beautiful print with Japanese floral decoration in soft co...

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1930s French Negligees

Painted, printed and gold-embroidered silk crepe kosode Japan 19th century
Painted, printed and gold-embroidered silk crepe kosode Japan 19th century

Painted, printed and gold-embroidered silk crepe kosode Japan 19th century

Located in Toulon, FR

Long fleece dress with crossed fronts and slightly rounded sleeves, lined with coral red silk pongee. Deep grey silk crepe, printed (Chirimen), painted, embroidered with polychrome s...

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19th Century Japanese Coats

A Rochas Silk Set by Alessandro Dell'Acqua - Spring Summer Collection 2016
A Rochas Silk Set by Alessandro Dell'Acqua - Spring Summer Collection 2016

A Rochas Silk Set by Alessandro Dell'Acqua - Spring Summer Collection 2016

By Rochas, Alessandro Dell'Acqua

Located in Toulon, FR

Very wide bell skirt gathered at the high-waist and under-dress in cream silk pongee. Label black background white and red graphics indicating Rochas Made in Italy.

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2010s French Babydoll Day Dresses

Evening pajamas in silk printed with green polka dots - France Circa 1930
Evening pajamas in silk printed with green polka dots - France Circa 1930

Evening pajamas in silk printed with green polka dots - France Circa 1930

Located in Toulon, FR

Circa 1930 France A nice evening pajamas, two pieces, pants and bodice in cream silk pongee printed with large soft green polka dots, dating from the 1930s.

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1930s French Bodysuits

A Japonese Quilted and embroidered dressing gown in pink silk satin Circa 1940
A Japonese Quilted and embroidered dressing gown in pink silk satin Circa 1940

A Japonese Quilted and embroidered dressing gown in pink silk satin Circa 1940

Located in Toulon, FR

Two patch pockets on the front and three large polychrome embroideries of flowers and birds in mercerised silk thread. Very lightweight dressing gown with cream silk pongee lining (s...

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1940s Japanese Dolman Sleeve Coats

A Ball gown in pink embroidered silk by Rolf & Cie - Paris Circa 1920
A Ball gown in pink embroidered silk by Rolf & Cie - Paris Circa 1920

A Ball gown in pink embroidered silk by Rolf & Cie - Paris Circa 1920

Located in Toulon, FR

The bustier is lined with cream silk pongee stapled on the side. The fabrics are structurally in very good condition, with several sequins missing.

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1920s French Ball Gowns

Art Deco dress in coral pink silk crepe and tulle - France Circa 1920-1925
Art Deco dress in coral pink silk crepe and tulle - France Circa 1920-1925

Art Deco dress in coral pink silk crepe and tulle - France Circa 1920-1925

Located in Toulon, FR

No label, but a dress sewn entirely by hand with haute couture finishing touches. Underdress in silk pongee and tulle with inner bust stapling. No major flaws apart from a very sligh...

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1920s French Day Dresses

A French Couture Silk Chanel Skirt and Jacket Suit number 60423 & 60422 C. 1980
A French Couture Silk Chanel Skirt and Jacket Suit number 60423 & 60422 C. 1980

A French Couture Silk Chanel Skirt and Jacket Suit number 60423 & 60422 C. 1980

By Chanel

Located in Toulon, FR

No belt but is worn with Chanel jewelry belt. Lining in burgundy silk pongee and Haute Couture finishes. Label white background black graphics Chanel numbered 60423 for the jacket an...

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1980s French Skirt Suits

Blonde Lace Couture Dress - France Circa 1930
Blonde Lace Couture Dress - France Circa 1930

Blonde Lace Couture Dress - France Circa 1930

Located in Toulon, FR

The original underdress is missing (which probably bore the designer's label) and has been replaced by this salmon-colored silk pongee underdress from the same period. This dress has...

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1930s French Directoire Style Dresses

Xia Pei or embroidered ceremonial jacket – China, Qing Dynasty, 19th century
Xia Pei or embroidered ceremonial jacket – China, Qing Dynasty, 19th century

Xia Pei or embroidered ceremonial jacket – China, Qing Dynasty, 19th century

Located in Toulon, FR

Fully lined in its original sky-blue silk pongee. Note the structural fragility of the black satin, which has a few small tears requiring restoration, particularly at the shoulders; ...

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19th Century Chinese Jackets

Embroidered velvet smoking cap made in Algiers circa 1900
Embroidered velvet smoking cap made in Algiers circa 1900

Embroidered velvet smoking cap made in Algiers circa 1900

Located in Toulon, FR

Fully padded and quilted inside in black silk pongee. Very slight scratches on the lining around the edge are the only flaws to note.

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Late 19th Century French Bonnets

Chellier Vintage 1910s Cream Wool Felt Evening Coat with Embroidery
Chellier Vintage 1910s Cream Wool Felt Evening Coat with Embroidery

Chellier Vintage 1910s Cream Wool Felt Evening Coat with Embroidery

Located in Toulon, FR

Here, a desire for transparency through the superimposition of materials, including openwork embroidery punctuating the bottom of the coat in three bands. Lining in cream silk pongee...

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Early 1900s French Coats

A French Carven Couture Chiffon Evening Dress numbered 11150 Circa 1960/1970
A French Carven Couture Chiffon Evening Dress numbered 11150 Circa 1960/1970

A French Carven Couture Chiffon Evening Dress numbered 11150 Circa 1960/1970

By Carven

Located in Toulon, FR

Lining of the bustier in  blue silk pongee. Label white background blue graphics Carven 6 Rond Point des Champs Elysées Paris Made in France numbered 11150.

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1960s French Greek Style Dresses

An Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Evening Dress - Spring Summer 1978
An Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Evening Dress - Spring Summer 1978

An Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Evening Dress - Spring Summer 1978

By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Toulon, FR

Peplum dress with asymmetrical treatment, waist cord and boat neckline. Soft and fluid silk pongee with cream background printed with multicolored mosaics.

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1970s French Maxi Dresses

A Rare Couture Evening Kaftan By Madeleine Chéruit Boulanger Circa 1920/30
A Rare Couture Evening Kaftan By Madeleine Chéruit Boulanger Circa 1920/30

A Rare Couture Evening Kaftan By Madeleine Chéruit Boulanger Circa 1920/30

Located in Toulon, FR

Tightened at the waist by a wide belt, sewn in the center of the back, embroidered with black silk threads and attached by two buttons. Bust lining in cream silk pongee which is dama...

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1920s French Caftans

An Ice blue Tuxedo Pant Suit by Gianfranco Ferre - Italy Circa 1995 - 2000
An Ice blue Tuxedo Pant Suit by Gianfranco Ferre - Italy Circa 1995 - 2000

An Ice blue Tuxedo Pant Suit by Gianfranco Ferre - Italy Circa 1995 - 2000

By Gianfranco Ferré

Located in Toulon, FR

Low waist trousers, side pockets and zip, they unfold into elephant's feet with small lapels. Lined in cream silk pongee with a label indicating Gianfranco Ferre Made in Italy, which...

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1990s Italian Day Dresses

Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche red polka dot damask blouse Circa 1976
Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche red polka dot damask blouse Circa 1976

Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche red polka dot damask blouse Circa 1976

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Toulon, FR

France Iconic Russian blouse in damask silk pongee printed with red polka dots by Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, dating from the key years of the Opéra Ballets Russes collection.

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1970s French Blouses

Evening dress in satin and velvet by Gérard Pipart for Nina Ricci - Paris Circa
Evening dress in satin and velvet by Gérard Pipart for Nina Ricci - Paris Circa

Evening dress in satin and velvet by Gérard Pipart for Nina Ricci - Paris Circa

By Gerard Pipart, Nina Ricci

Located in Toulon, FR

The skirt is fully lined in black silk pongee. There are no visible flaws, holes or stains, as this dress has probably been worn little or not at all.

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1980s French Evening Dresses

A Jean Patou French Couture Dress Numbered 98427 in Lamé Crepe Collection 1974
A Jean Patou French Couture Dress Numbered 98427 in Lamé Crepe Collection 1974

A Jean Patou French Couture Dress Numbered 98427 in Lamé Crepe Collection 1974

By Jean Patou

Located in Toulon, FR

Under-dress in red silk pongee with matching crepe lining. Pleated draped effect for the assembly of the chest who is open in the back and the flounced bottom skirt.

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1970s French Evening Dresses

Embroidered Tunic from Couture Run Way by Mila Schön (Attributed To) Late 1980
Embroidered Tunic from Couture Run Way by Mila Schön (Attributed To) Late 1980

Embroidered Tunic from Couture Run Way by Mila Schön (Attributed To) Late 1980

By Mila Schon

Located in Toulon, FR

Big bardot neckline falling on the shoulders. Lining in brown silk pongee and closure with zip on the back. Unlabelled but Label in handwritten cotton MOD AM 760 GG 154 marr Tunica.

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1980s Italian Tunics

An Early Mademoiselle Chanel Couture skirt suit in Mohair plaid Circa 1955-1960
An Early Mademoiselle Chanel Couture skirt suit in Mohair plaid Circa 1955-1960

An Early Mademoiselle Chanel Couture skirt suit in Mohair plaid Circa 1955-1960

By Chanel

Located in Toulon, FR

The sleeve lining is cream silk pongee and the Chanel label, which is only on the jacket, is sewn with original Couture stitches and does not include a numbered bolduc.

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1950s French Skirt Suits

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Felix  Pongee Silk Short Sleeve Cocktail Dress with Topper Coat
Felix  Pongee Silk Short Sleeve Cocktail Dress with Topper Coat

Felix Pongee Silk Short Sleeve Cocktail Dress with Topper Coat

Located in Henrico, VA

This exquisite dress suit set is made of silky white satin and has a two tone silk touch added to the collar and cuffs. The dress is a short sleeved sheath silhouette and has structu...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Dress and Coat Ensembles

1990s CHANEL HAUTE COUTURE smocked chiffon and ostrich feathers evening coat
1990s CHANEL HAUTE COUTURE smocked chiffon and ostrich feathers evening coat

1990s CHANEL HAUTE COUTURE smocked chiffon and ostrich feathers evening coat

By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel

Located in Newark, DE

Closure by studs to the collar, the rest of the garment is loose. Fully lined in black silk pongee. Studio label pencilled '' atimo paquito- 4- 52 '' Approximately size US 6 , p...

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1990s French Opera Coats

1920s Pongee Silk Asian Kimono
1920s Pongee Silk Asian Kimono

1920s Pongee Silk Asian Kimono

Located in New York, NY

1920s Pongee Silk Asian Kimono

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1920s Coats

1920s Pongee Silk Satsuma Dressing Robe Gown
1920s Pongee Silk Satsuma Dressing Robe Gown

1920s Pongee Silk Satsuma Dressing Robe Gown

Located in London, GB

A very desirable 1920s Chinese export market pongee silk dressing gown in an unusual colour combination.

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1920s British Robes

Vintage 1920's Pongee Silk Floral Robe UK 8-14 US 4-10
Vintage 1920's Pongee Silk Floral Robe UK 8-14 US 4-10

Vintage 1920's Pongee Silk Floral Robe UK 8-14 US 4-10

Located in Nashville, TN

This breathtaking vintage 1920's pongee silk robe, in a muted palette of corals, pinks, greens and blues on a cream toned base, is a rare piece to behold and treasure.

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1920s Robes

A Dufy/Poiret Printed Silk Pongee Couture Dress For Atelier Martine Circa 1915
A Dufy/Poiret Printed Silk Pongee Couture Dress For Atelier Martine Circa 1915

A Dufy/Poiret Printed Silk Pongee Couture Dress For Atelier Martine Circa 1915

By Paul Poiret

Located in Toulon, FR

France-Paris Circa 1915 A sleeveless and straight Sac day dress designed by Raoul Dufy for the Atelier Martine. Cream pongee silk printed with stylized generous roses alternately in...

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1910s French Day Dresses

A Dior Demi Couture Purple Mohair Woolen Skirt Suit Circa 1975
A Dior Demi Couture Purple Mohair Woolen Skirt Suit Circa 1975

A Dior Demi Couture Purple Mohair Woolen Skirt Suit Circa 1975

By Christian Dior

Located in Toulon, FR

Jacket and skirt "sport" look in thick purple Mohair wool canvas, fully lined with pongee silk in the same color. Crossed jacket with stitching, small collar and belt at the waist.

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1970s French Skirt Suits

Large Bicorne with tricolour cockade of a Commissaire - France Circa 1792
Large Bicorne with tricolour cockade of a Commissaire - France Circa 1792

Large Bicorne with tricolour cockade of a Commissaire - France Circa 1792

Located in Toulon, FR

Inner cap trimmed with black leather and sky-blue silk pongee (silk broken). Note the age-old patina and structural fragility of the bicorn, and the soiling and deformation of the bo...

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1790s French Hats

Large Bicorne with tricolour cockade of a Commissaire - France Circa 1792
Large Bicorne with tricolour cockade of a Commissaire - France Circa 1792

Large Bicorne with tricolour cockade of a Commissaire - France Circa 1792

Located in Toulon, FR

Inner cap trimmed with black leather and sky-blue silk pongee (silk broken). Note the age-old patina and structural fragility of the bicorn, and the soiling and deformation of the bo...

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1790s French Hats

1920s Japanese Silk Pongee Kimono
1920s Japanese Silk Pongee Kimono

1920s Japanese Silk Pongee Kimono

Located in New York, NY

1920s Japanese Silk Pongee Kimono

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1920s Japanese Robes

Vintage 1920s Silk Pongee Robe With Floral Design
Vintage 1920s Silk Pongee Robe With Floral Design

Vintage 1920s Silk Pongee Robe With Floral Design

Located in London, GB

This lovely full-length 1920s raw silk Japanese pongee robe is in excellent vintage condition.

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1920s French Bathrobes

Silk Pongee Printed Scarf With Kokoshnik and Chinoiserie - Manufacture Hausmann
Silk Pongee Printed Scarf With Kokoshnik and Chinoiserie - Manufacture Hausmann

Silk Pongee Printed Scarf With Kokoshnik and Chinoiserie - Manufacture Hausmann

Located in Toulon, FR

Circa 1815 Manufacture Haussmann Alsace Amazing Orientalist scarf printed on a wooden board on silk pongee dating from the early nineteenth century.

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1810s French Fichu

A silk pongee & White Embroidery Chiffon Summer Dress - France Circa 1920
A silk pongee & White Embroidery Chiffon Summer Dress - France Circa 1920

A silk pongee & White Embroidery Chiffon Summer Dress - France Circa 1920

Located in Toulon, FR

Superb work of broderies anglaise on chiffon silk or ecru silk pongee playing with the transparency of the light pink silk pongee underdress.

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1920s French Summer Dresses

Edwardian Embroidered Silk Jacket
Edwardian Embroidered Silk Jacket

Edwardian Embroidered Silk Jacket

Located in New Hope, PA

Natural colored silk pongee is decorated with silk hand embroidered flowers and vines on the collar, cuffs, button and the hemline.

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Early 20th Century Jackets

1920s floral print  silk robe
1920s floral print  silk robe

1920s floral print silk robe

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

In the 1920s these were called wrappers, not to be confused with rappers…something lightweight to throw on, or over, when you needed a “cover up”…originally sold in sets, with matchi...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Art Deco Robes

Victorian Ivory & Gold Handled Silk Parasol
Victorian Ivory & Gold Handled Silk Parasol

Victorian Ivory & Gold Handled Silk Parasol

Located in New Hope, PA

A beautifully carved ivory handle is accented with two 14K gold bands, ivory tips and a pristine silk pongee parasol cover. The ivory carving includes a dragon wrapping himself aroun...

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Late 19th Century Victorian Canes and Walking Sticks

Japanese printed silk pajamas - France Circa 1935
Japanese printed silk pajamas - France Circa 1935

Japanese printed silk pajamas - France Circa 1935

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Size: Equivalent size 38 France

Japanese printed silk pajamas - France Circa 1935

Located in Toulon, FR

Circa 1935 France Beautiful evening pajamas, two pieces Cache-Coeur and pants in cream silk pongee printed with Japanese motifs and dating from the 1930s.

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1930s French Pajama Bottoms

Printed silk coat by Jean Hercey - Paris Circa 1965
Printed silk coat by Jean Hercey - Paris Circa 1965

Printed silk coat by Jean Hercey - Paris Circa 1965

Located in Toulon, FR

The coat is fully lined in mustard yellow silk pongee and finished entirely by hand. There are no visible flaws in this coat, which has been beautifully primed.

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1960s French Coats

An early Grey silk Redingote dress - France Circa 1820-1825
An early Grey silk Redingote dress - France Circa 1820-1825

An early Grey silk Redingote dress - France Circa 1820-1825

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Size: Equivalent French size 36-38.

An early Grey silk Redingote dress - France Circa 1820-1825

Located in Toulon, FR

Original lining in cream silk pongee. The silk is not fused and is in good condition, despite small spots and stains here and there, much less visible than in the photos.

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1820s French Empire Waist Dresses

A Japanese inspiration printed silk evening pyjamas - France Circa 1930
A Japanese inspiration printed silk evening pyjamas - France Circa 1930

A Japanese inspiration printed silk evening pyjamas - France Circa 1930

Located in Toulon, FR

Circa 1930 France Beautiful evening pyjamas, two pieces trousers and bodice in printed silk pongee dating from the 1930s. Beautiful print with Japanese floral decoration in soft co...

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1930s French Negligees

A Crepe Silk Embroidered Evening Japonese Coat for Europe Circa 1920
A Crepe Silk Embroidered Evening Japonese Coat for Europe Circa 1920

A Crepe Silk Embroidered Evening Japonese Coat for Europe Circa 1920

Located in Toulon, FR

Lining in sky blue silk pongee. At the end of the 19th century, large Kimono stores in Japan such as Iilda Takashimaya and Mitsukoshi exported dramatized coats for Japanese fashion t...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Opera Coats

Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Silk Floral Pattern Tunic and Pant Ensemble
Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Silk Floral Pattern Tunic and Pant Ensemble

Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Silk Floral Pattern Tunic and Pant Ensemble

By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche

Located in New York, NY

Yves Saint Laurent, RIve Gauche, tangerine tone, floral pattern, silk pongee, long tunic and pant ensemble, C. 1970's.

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1970s French Suits, Outfits and Ensembles

A Rochas Silk Set by Alessandro Dell'Acqua - Spring Summer Collection 2016
A Rochas Silk Set by Alessandro Dell'Acqua - Spring Summer Collection 2016

A Rochas Silk Set by Alessandro Dell'Acqua - Spring Summer Collection 2016

By Alessandro Dell'Acqua, Rochas

Located in Toulon, FR

Very wide bell skirt gathered at the high-waist and under-dress in cream silk pongee. Label black background white and red graphics indicating Rochas Made in Italy.

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2010s French Babydoll Day Dresses

Painted, printed and gold-embroidered silk crepe kosode Japan 18th 19th century
Painted, printed and gold-embroidered silk crepe kosode Japan 18th 19th century

Painted, printed and gold-embroidered silk crepe kosode Japan 18th 19th century

Located in Toulon, FR

Long fleece dress with crossed fronts and slightly rounded sleeves, lined with coral red silk pongee. Deep grey silk crepe, printed (Chirimen), painted, embroidered with polychrome s...

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19th Century Japanese Coats

A sack-back gown in changing taffeta Florence silk - French Circa 1785
A sack-back gown in changing taffeta Florence silk - French Circa 1785

A sack-back gown in changing taffeta Florence silk - French Circa 1785

Located in Toulon, FR

Skirt lining in cream silk pongee. The two slits on the back of the skirt are used to roll up the skirt à la Polonaise.

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1780s French Court Gowns

Art Deco dress in coral pink silk crepe and tulle - France Circa 1920-1925
Art Deco dress in coral pink silk crepe and tulle - France Circa 1920-1925

Art Deco dress in coral pink silk crepe and tulle - France Circa 1920-1925

Located in Toulon, FR

No label, but a dress sewn entirely by hand with haute couture finishing touches. Underdress in silk pongee and tulle with inner bust stapling. No major flaws apart from a very sligh...

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1920s French Day Dresses

A French Couture Silk Chanel Skirt and Jacket Suit number 60423 & 60422 C. 1980
A French Couture Silk Chanel Skirt and Jacket Suit number 60423 & 60422 C. 1980

A French Couture Silk Chanel Skirt and Jacket Suit number 60423 & 60422 C. 1980

By Chanel

Located in Toulon, FR

No belt but is worn with Chanel jewelry belt. Lining in burgundy silk pongee and Haute Couture finishes. Label white background black graphics Chanel numbered 60423 for the jacket an...

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1980s French Skirt Suits

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Pongee Silk For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact vintage or contemporary pongee silk you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Our collection includes a variety of colors, spanning Beige, Brown, Black and more. Making the right choice when shopping for a pongee silk may mean looking at versions that date from different eras — you can find early iterations from the 19th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. An accessory like this designed by Pierre Balmain and Paul Poiret — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured item — is worth considering. Finding a pongee silk for sale for women should be easy, but there are 1 pieces available to browse for men as well.

How Much is a Pongee Silk?

The price for a pongee silk starts at $595 and tops out at $15,436, and on average, selling for $975.

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