19th Century Clothing

This magnificent antique Victorian Lace skirt, with detailed scalloped lace accents, is a rare piece to behold. The simple silk waistband, draws in along the back of the skirt wit...

Circa 1840-1845 England Two-piece wedding or formal dress, bodice and skirt boned in antique moiré silk faille. Dress with fitted bodice, pointed front, small sleeves and low necklin...

Circa 1855. France French Day dress with bodice and round crinoline skirt in changing and noising taffeta dating from the beginning of the Second French Empire. Boned bodice with int...

A stunning and unusual Chinese silk shawl is hand embroidered with silk thread on black silk, with a deep macrame topped fringe on all four sides. The unusual thing is that all of th...

Enjoy this item as part of our Holiday Sale, for one week! Original Victorian Circa 1880s 1890s Black Lace Cape with Satin Collar This is an authentic Victorian-era cape, made from ...

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, ...

Circa 1830 England Rare corset with cord embroidery worn by an elegant Georgian lady in England around 1825-1830. Cut with a large rounded neckline, flared at the hips, and laced a...

19th century France Vendée or South West France A peasant work skirt from the Vendée or the South West of France, in Indigo woven cotton/linen Siamoise with fine white stripes. Openi...

Circa 1810-1820. France Court Habit and breeches belonging to the Marquis d'Aligre, made of embroidered velvet dating from the french Premier Empire or the first french Restauration....

Circa 1820-1825 England or Europe Interesting summer dress in cotton muslin embroidered with wool circa 1820/1825 from the late Regency period in England. It is reminiscent of the w...

In a Blue Silk Moire, a rare House of Worth circa 1875 Gown. Jacket Bodice: waist 20", length 21 (front), length 26" (back). Skirt: waist 25", length 42.5" (front), length 45" (back). Note: The gown is being offered without the train (bustle) that would have attached to the skirt. Includes a Bonnet (hat), French in matching blue silk c.1875. Possibly by Madame Virot. Gown and hat purchased together. Labeled Petersham 'C. Worth Paris...

Antique Red Moroccan Embroidered Leather and Velvet Slippers Shoes Circa 1900s. Antique late 19th century Moroccan Islamic gold thread embroidered lady's sh...

An extraordinary and rare Bob Mackie evening gown from his 1982 collection, showcasing the designer’s legendary mastery of beadwork and dramatic glamour. This strapless gown is const...

Unique Collectors-item/ Museum piece We offer more vintage items, view our frontstore Details: Antique traditional coat Napoleon/military style. Theatrical made with golden tone de...

Circa 1885-1890 France Reception or ceremonial gown in midnight blue silk velvet adorned with a cascade of baroque friezes embroidered with marcasite beads and black and gold cord tr...

Gorgeous vintage BOB MACKIE black and pink beaded French lace evening gown! Features a light pink taffeta underlay. Black French lace covers the pink, and a semi sheer black chiffon ...

Printed tulle jacket with ribbon, flowers and threads embroideries. Hook&eye closure in the middle front and boned in the middle front ( along the hook&eye) SIZE 34 (Fr) XS

Circa 1890 United States. Fancy Dress, skirt and bodice for circus, sport (?) or simply American commemoration (?) in vermilion red and grey woolen cheesecloth. Dress in two parts, s...

Circa 1880 India for the domestic market or Persia Very long embroidered shawl on a cream pashmina background known as Amlikar. Large reserve of very fine Tibetan goat...

Circa 1860. France Paris A square cashmere Paisley shawl with extremely fine weaving in 6 colors, cut-throw weaving dating from the Second Empire. Unidentified signature of Frédéric ...

Circa 1865 France Second Empire period An afternoon dress with train and large projected crinoline, bodice and skirt in blue silk "à l'antique" moire dating from the most extravagant...

Circa 1820-1840. France Beautiful French Fashion square wool cashmere Paisley shawl woven on a Tire loom and dating from the Romantic period. Named turn-over because of the fabric's ...

Circa 1865 France or Russia Precious scarf in very fine silk woven with a lace pattern evoking Chantilly, which was very fashionable under the French Second Empire. The woven fichu ...

Circa 1875 France Oriental-style opera or ceremonial visit in gold-spun turquoise silk tapestry known as Abba and originating from Syria. Cut with short basques at the back, long pan...

Circa 1810/1820 India for export to Europe A rare Kani hand-woven Indian Kashmir shawl with cream pashmina reserve dating from the beginning of the shawl fashion in France around 1810. Kani shawl...

Circa 1840 France Bronze or puce taffeta day dress dating from the end of the reign of Louis-Philippe. Brown chintz-lined dress with high-waisted bodice, draped pleats highlighting t...

Circa 1860 France or Southern Europe A summer crinoline ball gown in pale pink moiré silk lampas with brocaded floral garlands, probably made earlier than the large crinoline dress. ...

Circa 1860 France Rectangular shawl to be worn as a stole, in remarkably transparent Grenadine silk, probably made in Lyon or Saint-Etienne during the French Second Empire. Rigid bl...

Circa 1851 France A rare Troupe de Marin paletot jacket, model 1851, dating from the Monarchie de Juillet. Navy woollen cloth with eleven brass buttons engraved with a naval anchor ...

Strong and wearable condition for the age, does show some signs of age around the edges. Edwardian Black Printed Silk Blend Velvet Jacket Top With Piping

Super soft tissue weight silk in great condition. There are a few small spots and holes but they are very minor. The dress is wearable and beautifully hand detailed. Edwardian Cream Silk Antique...

Rare 1890s women's cream shaggy mohair and wool winter over coat. Complete your Victorian wardrobe with a winter coat that is very unique! The sleeves and ...

Black Victorian over dyed cotton batiste combing jacket circa 1890 by Studio Vintage Luxury. Inserted with fine Cluny lace inserts to the body of the jacket, shawl collar and the wi...

I am so excited to share this incredibly rare Victorian calico dress; it's so difficult to find clothing from this era in a wearable condition, and this dress is just lovely. Circa 1...

The dutch-born designer Koos Van Den Akker's spectacular patchwork is iconic with it's multi-print designs that dominated the 80s. This ensemble has to be the most stunning one we've...

They are getting harder to find, and even harder to find in wearable condition. This silk pink dream is all hand beaded. Stunning T back. Bugle beading around the neckline and arms. ...

This spectacular Victorian black silk opera coat has hand-knotted fringes on the sleeves. The collar can be worn down, high and even as a hood. On the...

Circa 1860-1880 France Long Paisley shawl in striped wool called Bayadère, as can be seen in the iconography of Provençal painting, including the Ex-voto. Woven decoration with large...

Edwardian Ivory Light Weight Silk Haute Couture Blouse With Mother-Of-Pearl Buttons From Paris

Incredible authentic Victorian Era (approximately 1880s) ivory silk lace corset bustier blouse! Features a fitted boned bodice with hook-and-eye closures up the front. Puckered silk...

Victorian Chinese Mantle Shawl created in the period with imported Chinese silk hand embroidered textiles. Hand trimmed with lavish fringe thr...

Amazing Victorian Collar in a black tapestry-like fabric with delicate beading throughout the front and back. Collar has hook-and-eye fastenings and a full lining. It is condition for the age with few loose beads...

Circa 1805 France Premier Empire period Frockcoat and waistcoat in brown wool complete with its chased steel buttons from a famous family of the French Premier Empire. Suit with tai...

Cream silk. Hand embroidered with a floral motif. Hand knotted silk fringe. Hanging braided tassels on back. Tassels add 5" to length and width.

Second half of the 19th century Scotland Delightful Cashmere or Paisley woven wool scarf of British origin, dating from the Victorian period. Spectacular Saffron-orange color with b...

Circa 1845 Paris Very long French Paisley cashmere shawl probably made in Paris in the late French Louis-Philippe period. Woolen shawl woven on a quarter loom with a cut-throw. Larg...

This incredible antique Edwardian dress was made in the early 19th century, and it is a stunning, museum-worthy (and museum quality) work of art. These Victorian/Edwardian era dresses are commonly mis-referred to as tea dresses or tea gowns, but they were actually known as "lingerie dresses." The details on this dress are breathtaking, and to think most of them were done by hand is really astounding. The sleeves and upper bodice are comprised of Val lace embroidered panels— the embroidery throughout this dress is so substantial, and has a lot of volume and dimension to it, making it unique among most Edwardian lawn dresses...

Circa 1820/1850 Provence A small cape cloak with a large bonnet or Visite, also known as a Ramoneur in Provence. The printed cotton with bâton rompu design dates from the first half ...

This incredible antique Edwardian two-piece dress was made in the early 19th century, and it is a stunning, museum-worthy (and museum quality) work of art. These Victorian/Edwardian ...

Circa 1870 France A child's dress, for a boy (?) around 10 years old (?), reused from older silks dating from the 19th century. The base is a yellow-green edged taffeta with a small ...

Second half of the 19th century Morocco Rare ceremonial kaftan from Fez in gold thread brocade dating from the 19th century. Here, the banyan-style cut differs from 20th-century kaf...

A skirt that has withstood over 150 years on the planet with no loss of color, print or integrity despite having lived through winters on the Plains and washing with lye; front and b...

Exceptionally made out of the most beautiful and luscious silk. Very soft and very wearable. Actually shows very little signs of ever being worn. Retains original dress shields in great condition.The dress is one piece with a built in bodice. Appliquéd leaves decorate the bodice with fine silk lace and chiffon detailing. The collar is wired to stand up and there is an additional trained cape which would have been held on with an additional chain or ribbon. In immaculate wearable condition. Edwardian Cream Silk Satin & Lace Rare Wedding...

Victorian White Embroidered Dress, Upcycled Studio VL. One of a kind 19th Century cotton batiste dress inserted with different types of lace and then hand re...

Circa 1880-1885 United States Cage dress with turn-up, two-part princess line, whalebone bodice and turn-up skirt in beige and brown silk taffeta. Curved bodice, crew neck and long...

Elegant 19th Century Cut Velvet Brocade Mens Vest circa 1860. Lovely cut velvet textile in deep wine floral with purple blue buds. Enamel buttons with matching blue tones. Lined in c...

Overdyed Victorian Petticoat from the late 19th Century Studio by Vintage Luxury. Inserted with diagonal eyelet, tucks on cotton percale with double ruffle hem and fullness on back. ...

Circa 1825-1830 France or Provence Elegant fashion Caraco or dress top in French Printed cotton dating from the Romantic period. High waist, V-shaped back, drooping shoulders and ang...

Royal blue portrait double V-neck fit and flare, high-low gown in French jacquard with a bit of shimmer. Why not make a sweeping entrance wearing this chic dress that is flatteringly...

Navy Blue Multicolored Chinese Skirt Pleated navy silk and multicolor with tie belt; depicts medallions and auspicious symbols with five-clawed dragons, fire, “flaming pearl of wis...