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Vintage 1950's Red Silk Strapless Cocktail dress 1950 beaded dress UK 1-4 US 0-2
Vintage 1950's Red Silk Strapless Cocktail dress 1950 beaded dress UK 1-4 US 0-2

Vintage 1950's Red Silk Strapless Cocktail dress 1950 beaded dress UK 1-4 US 0-2

Located in Nashville, TN

Washing instructions: This garment should be dry cleaned or hand washed in cool water. Fabric: Silk Chiffon, Rayon lined, sequins, glass beads, rhinestones, boning Vintage garment...

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

Japanese Two Panel Screen: Mandarin Ducks Among Dry Lotus
Japanese Two Panel Screen: Mandarin Ducks Among Dry Lotus

Japanese Two Panel Screen: Mandarin Ducks Among Dry Lotus

Located in Hudson, NY

Natural scene of Mandarin ducks gliding gracefully amongst the water. Mineral pigments on silk with silk brocade border and natural wood trim.

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Early 20th Century Japanese Paintings and Screens

Materials

Silk, Wood

"Ebb Tide, " Mixed Media Collage
"Ebb Tide, " Mixed Media Collage

"Ebb Tide, " Mixed Media Collage

By Michael Thompson

Located in Chicago, IL

In this kite entitled “Ebb Tide," Thompson aligns fine kimono silks to create a swirling collage of blue and white color, suggesting the gentle movements of a calm body of water.

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Mixed Media

Materials

Fabric, Silk, Wood

"Ebb Tide" Kite by Michael Thompson
"Ebb Tide" Kite by Michael Thompson

"Ebb Tide" Kite by Michael Thompson

By Michael Thompson

Located in Chicago, IL

In this kite entitled “Ebb Tide," Thompson aligns fine kimono silks to create a swirling collage of blue and white color, suggesting the gentle movements of a calm body of water.

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Contemporary Art

Materials

Canvas, Bamboo, Silk

Asian Two Panel Table Screen Flowering Prunus with Songbird
Asian Two Panel Table Screen Flowering Prunus with Songbird

Asian Two Panel Table Screen Flowering Prunus with Songbird

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Very good condition with fading and light water stains on silk. From an estate in San Francisco, CA.

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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Paintings and Screens

Materials

Brass

CHANEL CC Buttons Lesage Tweed Jacket 38 FR
CHANEL CC Buttons Lesage Tweed Jacket 38 FR

CHANEL CC Buttons Lesage Tweed Jacket 38 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

Stunning Chanel jacket made of precious Lesage tweed - CC logo silver-tone buttons with drop of water effect - tonal silk lining with camellias Size mark 38 FR.

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2010s Jackets

Fine Porcelain Blanc De Chine Lamp
Fine Porcelain Blanc De Chine Lamp

Fine Porcelain Blanc De Chine Lamp

Located in Kent, Dover

A fine Chinese Dehua porcelain (blanc de chine) table lamp, depicting a figure with a water gilded base and gold silk braided cord.

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Vintage 1930s Chinese Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Vintage 1950s silver organza sweetheart neckline pleated dress US 4 UK 8
Vintage 1950s silver organza sweetheart neckline pleated dress US 4 UK 8

Vintage 1950s silver organza sweetheart neckline pleated dress US 4 UK 8

Located in Nashville, TN

There as some age marks and water marks throughout to dress. These are only apparent under closer inspection and in some light and the sheen and colour of the silk organza conceals t...

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1930's Pink Satin Gown Lace Accents Lingerie Nightgown UK 8-10 US 4-6
Vintage 1930's Pink Satin Gown Lace Accents Lingerie Nightgown UK 8-10 US 4-6

Vintage 1930's Pink Satin Gown Lace Accents Lingerie Nightgown UK 8-10 US 4-6

Located in Nashville, TN

Washing instructions: This garment can be hand washed in cool water Fabric: Silk Rayon, Lace Vintage garments have been previously worn and lovingly cared for, they may however hav...

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1930s Slips

Vintage 1930's Ivory Satin Wedding Dress Bishop Sleeve UK 8-10 US 4-6
Vintage 1930's Ivory Satin Wedding Dress Bishop Sleeve UK 8-10 US 4-6

Vintage 1930's Ivory Satin Wedding Dress Bishop Sleeve UK 8-10 US 4-6

Located in Nashville, TN

Fastenings: This dress fastens along the back of the bodice with 22 button and loops Washing instructions: This garment should be dry cleaned or hand washed in cool water. Fabric:...

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1930s Wedding Dresses

Rare-Pure 24 Karat Yellow Gold 12 Strand Liquid Turquoise Waterfall Necklace
Rare-Pure 24 Karat Yellow Gold 12 Strand Liquid Turquoise Waterfall Necklace

Rare-Pure 24 Karat Yellow Gold 12 Strand Liquid Turquoise Waterfall Necklace

By Campanelli & Pear

Located in Troy, MI

When there are multiple strands strung together it gives a fluid look like silk or water running through your fingers for a stunning look.

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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Egyptian Revival Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1950's green velvet pink sequin bolero 1950 bolero couture UK 8 10 US 4
Vintage 1950's green velvet pink sequin bolero 1950 bolero couture UK 8 10 US 4

Vintage 1950's green velvet pink sequin bolero 1950 bolero couture UK 8 10 US 4

Located in Nashville, TN

Washing instructions: This garment should be dry cleaned or hand washed in cool water. Fabric: Silk lined, sequins, velvet Vintage garments have been previously worn and lovingly...

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1950s Bolero Jackets

Tortoiseshell and Silver Stationery Box William Comyns
Tortoiseshell and Silver Stationery Box William Comyns

Tortoiseshell and Silver Stationery Box William Comyns

By William Comyns

Located in Northampton, GB

The interior of the Stationery Box is lined in a red silk water paper with five varying sized partitions for stationery and letters.

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Antique Early 1900s English Art Nouveau Desk Sets

Materials

Silver

Victorian Hungarian Ash Stationery Box Howell James & Co
Victorian Hungarian Ash Stationery Box Howell James & Co

Victorian Hungarian Ash Stationery Box Howell James & Co

Located in Northampton, GB

When opened the box reveals a matching blue silk water paper lining with several partitions for documents, letters and writing implements.

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Antique Late 19th Century English High Victorian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

13 Haloed Stars in A Medallion Configuration, ca 1876
13 Haloed Stars in A Medallion Configuration, ca 1876

13 Haloed Stars in A Medallion Configuration, ca 1876

Located in York County, PA

Because cotton and paper absorb water, and because silk is not appropriate for long-term exposure to water, these materials are not optimal for long-term outdoor use.

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Antique 1870s American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

Materials

Cotton

Vintage 1960's Yves Saint Laurent Wool Coat UK 8 US 4
Vintage 1960's Yves Saint Laurent Wool Coat UK 8 US 4

Vintage 1960's Yves Saint Laurent Wool Coat UK 8 US 4

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Nashville, TN

Washing instructions: This garment should be dry cleaned or hand washed in cool water. Fabric: Wool, Silk Lined Vintage garments have been previously worn and lovingly cared for, ...

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1960s Coats

Vintage 1960's Gold Lurex Brocade & Rhinestone Evening Gown UK 8 US 4
Vintage 1960's Gold Lurex Brocade & Rhinestone Evening Gown UK 8 US 4

Vintage 1960's Gold Lurex Brocade & Rhinestone Evening Gown UK 8 US 4

Located in Nashville, TN

Washing instructions: This garment should be dry cleaned or hand washed in cool water. Fabric: Silk Faille Brocade, Lurex Thread, Silver Claw Set Rhinestones, Rayon Lined Bodice V...

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1960s Evening Dresses

Vintage 1950's Howard Greer Lace and Rhinestone Embellished Dress UK 8 US 4
Vintage 1950's Howard Greer Lace and Rhinestone Embellished Dress UK 8 US 4

Vintage 1950's Howard Greer Lace and Rhinestone Embellished Dress UK 8 US 4

By Howard Greer

Located in Nashville, TN

Washing instructions: This garment should be dry cleaned or hand washed in cool water. Fabric: Silk lined, Silk Organza Line, Chantilly Lace overlay, Claw set rhinestones Vintage ...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

38 Star American Flag, Colorado Statehood, Made by Horstmann Brothers ca 1876
38 Star American Flag, Colorado Statehood, Made by Horstmann Brothers ca 1876

38 Star American Flag, Colorado Statehood, Made by Horstmann Brothers ca 1876

Located in York County, PA

Because wool sheds water, cotton absorbs it, and silk, while elegant, was likewise not a durable fabric for exposure to the elements, press-dyed wool flags were rather ideal for the ...

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Antique Late 19th Century American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

Materials

Wool

Balenciaga Haute Couture Moiré Cocktail Dress, Spring-Summer 1963
Balenciaga Haute Couture Moiré Cocktail Dress, Spring-Summer 1963

Balenciaga Haute Couture Moiré Cocktail Dress, Spring-Summer 1963

By Balenciaga

Located in Geneva, CH

This lovely haute couture watered (moiré) silk taffeta dinner/cocktail dress is the ideal "Little Black Dress" for any perfect modern wardrobe.

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1960s French Cocktail Dresses

1 Volume. The Memoirs of Joseph Grimaldi.
1 Volume. The Memoirs of Joseph Grimaldi.

1 Volume. The Memoirs of Joseph Grimaldi.

Located in New York, NY

Top edges gilt. Dentelles with watered silk endpapers. Portrait frontispiece with illustrations throughout by George Cruikshank.

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Antique Mid-19th Century Books

Materials

Leather

19 Volumes. John Burroughs, The Writings of John Burroughs.
19 Volumes. John Burroughs, The Writings of John Burroughs.

19 Volumes. John Burroughs, The Writings of John Burroughs.

Located in New York, NY

Blue and green morocco doublures with gilt-tooling and green watered silk endpapers. Limited to 750 of which this is 289.

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Early 20th Century American Books

Materials

Leather

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Watered Silk For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact vintage or contemporary watered silk you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. gray is a pretty popular color, but we also have black, brown, beige and more in stock now. If you’re looking for a watered silk from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of this accessory over the years, but those made by Hermès, Christian Dior and Chanel are often thought to be among the most stylish. When shopping for these accessories, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men or unisex today than there are for women.

How Much is a Watered Silk?

On average, a watered silk on 1stDibs sells for $750, while they’re typically $105 on the low end and $31,072 for the highest priced versions of this item.