French 18th century drawing of The Study of a Resting Soldier
By Jean-Antoine Watteau
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Born in Valenciennes, France, Watteau trained in Paris, where he absorbed influences from Flemish genre scenes and the elegant compositions of Rubens.
Giltwood
1960s Turquoise Scallop Pleated and Beaded Embellished Shift Dress
Located in London, GB
The chiffon is sewn onto the integral viscose blend lining to prevent the dress from being sheer. A parted Watteau train falls from the rear of the gown and is finished with coordina...
1900s Cream Silk and Tulle Wedding Dress with Lace Peplum
Located in London, GB
There is an elegant, attached Watteau train to the reverse. Tonal lace in a repeat floral pattern frames the silhouette either side of the sash waistband, trims the sleeves, is appli...
1875 Dramatic Sleeve & Watteau Back Robe Déshabillé In Victorian Floral Print
Located in Gresham, OR
This garment from 1875 features dramatic sleeve and Watteau-back robe déshabillé with train in a gorgeous Victorian floral printed wool challis.
Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gold silk gown with lace appliques and delicate lace hem. Long watteau shoulder train.
Yves Saint Laurent Haute couture orange & red dress, circa 1975
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
A layer of red chiffon creates a Watteau back, pooling into a train at the floor.
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Size: Equivalent French Size 38
A Jeanne Lanvin Evening Dress numbered 90118 Summer Collection 1947
By Jeanne Lanvin
Located in Toulon, FR
Summer Collection 1947 France Rare post-war evening dress in black wool by Jeanne Lanvin from the Summer collection of 1947. Sheath dress with train with Watteau pleating effect at ...
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Size: Mannequined on size 36-38 France
A french sack-back gown's coat and its stomacher in brocaded silk Circa 1760
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1750-1760 France A sack-back gown's coat and its stomacher named à la française gown, probably for the court, in light yellow silk taffeta embroidered with a stream of flower...
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H 17 in W 15.25 in D 0.25 in
Le Spectacle De La Nature Framed Pairs of circa 1743 Celestial Chart Engravings
By Jacques-Philippe Le Bas
Located in Bedford, Bedfordshire
His oeuvre amounts to more than 500 works, including many large portraits after Vernet, and several works after van de Velde, Parrocel, Berchem, Ruysdaël, Watteau, Oudry and Lancret....
Paper
Gorgeous 1960s Multi Colored Chiffon Beaded Maxi Dress
Located in Houston, TX
Gathered from the high neck the dress falls like a waterfall of pleats to the floor, also known as a watteau train. Fully lined. Zipper center back. Hook and eye closure with a small...
Vicky Tiel 1980s Silk Strapless High Low Bustier Dress
By Vicky Tiel
Located in Water Mill, NY
A great pink silk high low dress from Vicky Tiel. It has a drop waist horizontally ruched boned bustier bodice onto which is gathered a full skirt knee length in the front, ankle len...
1990s Escada Cerulean Blue Flattering Ruched Jersey Criss Cross Back Vintage Top
By Escada
Located in San Diego, CA
Flattering vintage 90s ESCADA cerulean blue jersey sleeveless criss-cross Cut-out back blouse! Beautiful vibrant blue color, and so many flattering details. Features a forgiving str...
1990s Giorgio Armani Size 6 / 8 Vintage Crimson Red Merlot 90s Silk Velvet Gown
By Giorgio Armani
Located in San Diego, CA
Insanely beautiful 1990s GIORGIO ARMANI COLLEZIONI crimson red silk velvet full length evening dress! Couture quality, with an amazing fit! Hidden interior weight on inner bust creat...
$2,495
Size: 44 / US 10 - 12
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...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2007 Ivory Silk Chiffon Full Length Ballgown Dress Gown
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2007 Ivory Silk Chiffon Gathered Full Length Ballgown Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: S/S 2007 Style: Ballgown Color(s): Shades of ivory ...
ROBERTO CAVALLI S/s 2003 Parrot And Tropical Print Crossback Dress Gown Size S
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in 上海市, Xuhui district
Size S
$407Sale Price|30% Off
Thierry Mugler Couture Vintage Off White Sequined Jacket
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Nice, FR
THIERRY MUGLER COUTURE vintage off white sequined jacket. Hidden snap button down front closure. Two side pockets. Fully lined. Shoulder pads. Label reads THIERRY MUGLER COUTURE. ...
$445Sale Price|22% Off
Size: Refer to measurements
Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Avant-Garde Hooded Dress c 21st C
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in University City, MO
Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Avant-garde hooded dress The edgy boxy tunic style dress is designed with a subtle textured crinkled pattern that emulates reptile scales The unique ...
Gucci 2003 Wedding Ivory Corset Gown
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Gucci 2003 Wedding Corset Dress by Tom Ford. Crafted from luxurious silk, this trained evening gown features exquisite appliquéd ribbons on the bodice, a central hook closure, and fo...
John Galliano Lavender Medium-Weight Wool Crepe Trousers
By John Galliano
Located in New York, NY
John Galliano's classic and elegant high-waisted medium-weight lavender wool crepe combined with 3% spandex for that perfect fit where needed measures 41 1/2" in total length...
Vintage 1930's Ivory Satin Wedding Dress Bishop Sleeve UK 8-10 US 4-6
Located in Nashville, TN
Rendered in the most incredible ivory satin, and finished with delicate matching covered button and loop fastenings, this magnificent 1930's gown is a true piece of fashion history. ...
$3,650
H 24.5 in W 22.5 in D 1 in
Fine Large Late 18th Century or Early 19th Century French Academic Drawing
Located in Hudson, NY
This fine drawing while unsigned is an excellent example of sketch work done in sanguine as preparatory work for large finished paintings. Created in France during the days of artist...
Paper, Wood
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 1995 Striped Crosshatch Button Front Men's Dress Shirt
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 1995 Striped Crosshatch Button Front Men's Dress Shirt Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: S/S 1995 Designer: Alexander McQueen Style: butto...
Raffaella Silk Chiffon Evening Ensemble
Located in Geneva, CH
This refined Raffaella ensemble would be perfect for any evening event or would make a fantastic wedding dress. Constructed in an ethereal cream silk chiffon, the top is embellished ...
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Couture Numbered Fully Embellished Blazer Jacket
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Montgomery, TX
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Couture Numbered Embellished Jacket Label Number - 55801. Colors - Purple, Red, Black. Hand Embellished with Beads and Sequins. Black Velvet Collar. Decora...
Gucci by Tom Ford F/W 1996 Iconic Backless Black Evening Dress
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Paris, FR
Iconic evening dress from Gucci’s Fall–Winter 1996 collection, cut in fluid black fabric with a minimalist front and a dramatic open back. Long sleeves, floor-length silhouette. Gold...
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