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Period: Mid-20th Century
Rare 1950s Larger Plus Size Train + Horse + Carriage Novelty Print Vintage Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic and rare larger plus size 1950s novelty cotton dress! Features whimsical prints of trains, toy horses, drums, clocks, flowers, ships, cannons, crests, etc. Vibrant colors of ora...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

Carole King Vintage 1950s Green Watercolor Floral Silk 3/4 Sleeves 50s Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage 1950s 50s rare dress designed by baseball great Leo Durocher's second wife, Grace Dozier Durocher, for CAROLE KING! Luxurious dark green ...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

Vintage Ivory Silk Top with Embroidery and Pintuck Detail.
Located in London, GB
A terribly pretty vintage silk top with embroidery and pin tuck detail on the front. It has button cuffs and button shoulder detail. Measurements; Bust up to 38'',length 26''
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French Mid-20th Century Clothing

1960s Ivory and Gold Lace + Sequins Mod Vintage A - Line 60s Babydoll Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1960s ivory and gold lace A-line dress! Features a fitted bodice, with a nice full flattering flared skirt. Gold embroidered waistband and sleeve cuffs are adorned with gold seq...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

1960s Gold Brocade Shift Dress.
By Braunschweig of Switzerland
Located in London, GB
A chic shift dress from the 1960, ideal for a city wedding. The dress is made of a gold broacde like fabric with a deep square neckine and no sleeves. It has a zip opening at the bac...
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Swiss Mid-20th Century Clothing

1960S Hot Pink Nylon Tricot Jersey Lingerie Romper With Ruffles
Located in New York, NY
1960S Hot Pink Nylon Tricot Jersey Lingerie Romper With Ruffles
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Mid-20th Century Clothing

Pauline Trigere Chic Burgundy Chunky Wool Knit Cocoon Coat c 1960
Located in University City, MO
Pauline Trigere' Chic burgundy chunky wool knit cocoon coat c 1960 The stylish retro coat is constructed with horizontal rows of chunky wool knit in burgundy juxtaposed with creamy white knit The dramatic bracelet length sleeves are wide & voluminous Adorned with five large maroon color plastic resin buttons that partially run down the front of the stylish retro winter coat...
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Unknown Mid-20th Century Clothing

Wilson Abbott Wilson Folmar 1950 Coral Gold Bead & Sequin Gold Lame Sheath dress
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
1950s Coral & gold beads with gold sequins, gold lame sheath cocktail dress by Wilson Abbott Wilson Folmar. This is an amazing dress that has survived time in very good wearable cond...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

EMILIO PUCCI c.1960-70’s 2pc Multicolor Rose Silk Velvet Blouse Pant Set
Located in Thiensville, WI
EMILIO PUCCI c.1960-70’s 2pc Multicolor Rose Silk Velvet Blouse Pant Set Circa: 1970’s - Top, 1960’s - Pant Label(s): Emilio Pucci / Exclusively ...
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Italian Mid-20th Century Clothing

Burke-Amey Wool Coat Warp Print by Tzaims Luksus Mod Cut Out Collar Vintage 60s
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Here's a hard-to-find and incredibly stunning coat from Ronald Amey, made for his Burke-Amey label and sold by Saks Fifth Avenue, most likely in the 1960s. Made from a fabulous abstr...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

1930s Black Vibrant Shibori Flower Silk Kimono Jacket
Located in Boca Raton, FL
As fashion in Japan began to skyrocket, the strong presence of the traditional kimono still remains. The straight cuts of silk are carefully sewn together, crafting a robe that can fit every figure, making it easy to wear and infinitely adaptable. The cultural impression of the kimono was an eye-opener to the western world, becoming a stunning blend of elegance and cultural significance. Fashion industries across the globe began to fall head over heels for this traditional attire that remains a symbol of eastern regions today. Sewn from the finest of damask silk this 1930’s...
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Japanese Mid-20th Century Clothing

Pierre Cardin Space Age Pink Satin Mini Dress w/Circle Motif ca.1969
Located in Studio City, CA
This luxurious 1969 pink satin shift mini-dress is a masterful example of Pierre Cardin’s “Space Age” creations. With its recti-linear shape that stands away from the body, Cardin fr...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

Navy dress in linen by Yves Saint Laurent Couture numbered 011709 Circa 1966
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1966 Paris Little navy blue and white linen sailor dress by Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture numbered 011709 and dating from the 1966-1967 period. Short, straight, sleeveless d...
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French Mid-20th Century Clothing

1960s Alice Boiget Cream Wool Mod Dress
Located in London, GB
This elegant couture made 1960s dress is by Alice Boiget of Dijon and is tailored from luxurious, thick cream textured wool. Tonal running-stitch around the collar, hem and down the ...
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Mid-20th Century Clothing

1960's Mollie Parnis Black Velvet Dress w Bow
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Early 1960's Mollie Parnis black velvet empire waist dress inspired by the Dior look dresses from the 60's. Scoop neckline, 3/4 sleeve, black satin wide ribbon sash with raw edged fr...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

1950S White Embroidered Rayon & Nylon Satin Tulle Fit Flare Bridal Gown
Located in New York, NY
1950S White Embroidered Rayon & Nylon Satin Tulle Fit Flare Bridal Gown
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Mid-20th Century Clothing

1950s Jacques Heim Demi Couture Gold Brocade Dress
Located in London, GB
This dazzling 1950s gold brocade cocktail dress is demi-couture from Parisian designer Jacques Heim and has both simplicity and glamour with some beautiful construction details. The ...
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French Mid-20th Century Clothing

Navy blue cocktail dress with beaded neckline and sleeves Circa 1960's
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Navy blue cocktail dress with beaded neckline and sleeves. No fabric tag with fabric composition but main fabric is probably rayon and lining probably silk. The embroideries are made...
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Unknown Mid-20th Century Clothing

Pretty 1950s Vintage Anne Fogarty Raspberry Pink Full Skirt Button Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage 1950s Anne Fogarty pink cotton dress! Vibrant raspberry pink color, with a striking full skirt. In great condition. Approximately...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

1950s 50s Ivory Woven ' Rosettes ' 3/4 Sleeve Vintage Cardigan Sweater
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing 1950s ivory rayon cardigan! Intricate 'rosettes' embroidered throughout. Hook-and-eye closure at top neck. Extremely versatile. Great with jeans, yet perfect over a dress or ...
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Mid-20th Century Clothing

Adele Simpson Vintage Striped Ascot Bow Tie Brown Crepe Dress, 1960s
Located in Sparks, NV
Chocolate brown crepe long sleeved dress with a striped ascot bow tie at the neck by designer Adele Simpson. Rear zip closure. Partially lined. DETAILS: Partially lined Back zip cl...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

Vintage Blue Raw Silk Cocktail Dress
Located in London, GB
A chic vintage sky blue raw silk cocktail dress. This shift style vintage cocktail dress has pretty bead detail on the neckline , arm holes and hem It is f...
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Unknown Mid-20th Century Clothing

1960 Mr. Blackwell Black One-Shoulder Silk Sheath Dress w/ Rhinestone Bust
Located in Gresham, OR
1960 Mr. Blackwell Black One-Shoulder Silk Sheath Dress w/ Rhinestone Bust: This rare and spectacular asymmetrical bust black cocktail sheath dress is covered on one breast...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

1960s Baron Peters Navy Blue + White Checkered Rayon Crepe Vintage 60s Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic mid 60s BARON PETERS for Dorothy Stead of Georgetown long sleeve navy blue and white rayon crepe dress! Dorothy Stead was a high end boutique in Geor...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

Lanvin Navy Crown and Shield JL Logo Vintage Belted Shirt Dress, 1960s
Located in San Francisco, CA
Lanvin vintage 1960s by Jules Francois Crahay navy blue long sleeve shirt dress with buttons to waist and belt. Features crown and shield design with Lanvin JL logos throughout in re...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

Traina-Norell Black Faille Coat with Rhinestone Buttons & Sheared Beaver Collar
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant 1950's black faille coat with a double breasted square rhinestone button front, seamless shoulders with diagonal seams extending from the collar to...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

1960s Green Ruffled Bell Sleeved, Floral, and Fitted Dress
Located in San Francisco, CA
1960s Green Ruffled Bell Sleeved, Floral, and Fitted Dress. Green dress with multi-tone floral print, 2-tiered ruffled bell sleeves. The dress is also fi...
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Mid-20th Century Clothing

Black shiny sequins boléro on a black tulle base Circa 1930's
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black shiny sequins boléro on a black tulle base. SIZE M
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Unknown Mid-20th Century Clothing

1960s Zibaut French Mod Colorful Flower Cotton Blouse & Skirt Vintage Dress Set
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic vintage 60s mod vibrant colorful flower print cotton skirt and shirt suit set by French label ZIBAUT! Colorful printed flowers in pink, orange, blue, yellow, white and green (I ...
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French Mid-20th Century Clothing

Vintage 1950's Cobalt Blue Satin Beaded Cocktail Dress Butterfly UK 6-8 US 2-4
Located in Cheltenham, GB
Rendered in the most eye-catching shade of cobalt blue satin, with contrasting black satin accents, and delicate black beadwork in the from of fluttering butterflies above black broc...
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Mid-20th Century Clothing

1940s Lilli Ann Gorgeous Black Wool + Sequins Dramatic Vintage 40s Jacket Coat
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous 1940s LILLI ANN black wool and sequined jacket! Features a dramatic portrait collar, with a smart chic tailored fit. Hundreds of hand-sewn black sequins at the trim. Buttons...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

1960 Lilija Necis Polka Dot Lame Organza Caftan Gown w Floral Color Print
By Lilija Nicis
Located in Gresham, OR
1960 Lilija Necis Polka Dot Lame Organza Caftan Gown w Floral Color Print: Empire bust cut with front center bust bow. Full length cape-style angel sl...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

1950s Cerulean Blue Sz 6 Silk Lurex Showgirl Mermaid Gown Bolero Beaded Jacket
Located in San Diego, CA
Model in video is US Size 6, and 5’8 feet tall Sexy and highly collectible 50s vintage cerulean blue silk lurex mermaid gown and cropped bolero jacket ensemble! Full length dress fea...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

Green Printed Silk Christmas Ornament Cocktail Dress with Tassel Belt - M, 1960s
Located in Tucson, AZ
From the personal estate of department store heiress Estela Jàcome, this dress came from her own department store and was purpose-built for the holidays. Printed in a green and turquoise Christmas ornament motif, the dress features a matching tassel belt that is TO DIE FOR. People will talk. Sleeveless cocktail dress with all-over tasseled Christmas ornament print...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

Schiaparelli Gold Lace Jeweled T-Strap Kitten Heel Pumps, New in Box –6AA, 1960s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Owned by a French expatriate and shoe-hoarder, these incomparable slingbacks were adored but have remained unworn in their original box for sixty years. Featuring a modest, wearable ...
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French Mid-20th Century Clothing

Arnold Scaasi 1950s Off-Shoulder Silk Floral Dress – Brooklyn Museum Provenance
Located in Kingston, NY
An extraordinary archival piece from American designer Arnold Scaasi, this 1950s floral silk cocktail dress exemplifies the glamour and sculptural elegance that defined midcentury co...
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Mid-20th Century Clothing

1930s Cerulean Blue Floral Chiffon Tea Dress
Located in London, GB
This 1930s ankle length dress is cut to a classic tea dress style in cobalt blue chiffon with striking fuchsia, pale blue, yellow and pistachio green florals dotted across it. Full o...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

Minx Modes 1960s Linen Dress and Jacket Set
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous khaki linen dress and coat set by Minx Modes. The shift dress is sleeveless with a front yoke, back kick pleat and contrasting orange topstitching. The matching jacket ha...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

Glamorous Vintage Gold Lame Trench, 1960s
Located in New York, NY
Traditional mini trench in an unusual gilded fabric on a jersey bonded base. Covered buttons with trapuntoed belt and buckle.
Fabric has a liquidy texture that shimmers with ev...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

Vintage garden party chique beaded bodice flower design empire waist long dress
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
The bodice of this exquisite vintage empire waist dress features an intricate beaded design inspired by blooming flowers, while the skirt bo...
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French Mid-20th Century Clothing

Reversible Fur Leopard Print and Black Taffeta evening coat.
Located in New York, NY
This extremely rare simply elegant, but "Statement" evening coat is a "Must Have". You can wear it with the black side on the outside with the Leopard print on the inside to keep you...
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Unknown Mid-20th Century Clothing

Art Deco Hand Crochet Gold Yarn Capelet
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and versatile Art Deco Hand Crochet Gold Yarn Capelet from the 1930's with pave Deco clasp. Hand crochet in circular pattern in an open work web. ...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

Vintage 1930s Bias-Cut Chantilly Lace Dress
Located in New York, NY
This rare vintage 1930s bias-cut lace dress is an absolutely stunning example of 1930s fashion. It is becoming increasingly (very) rare to find these 1930s lace dresses in the beauti...
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Mid-20th Century Clothing

1960s Mr. Blackwell Vintage Black + Pink Wool Beaded + Sequin Vest Jacket / Coat
Located in Sparks, NV
Gorgeous vintage 1960s Mr. Blackwell black wool vest with black sequin and beadwork along the bottom and bright shocking pink satin lining. Fully lined...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

Vintage 1930s Bias-Cut Chantilly Lace Dress
Located in New York, NY
This rare vintage 1930s bias-cut lace dress is an absolutely stunning example of 1930s fashion. It is becoming increasingly (very) rare to find these 1930s lace dresses...
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Mid-20th Century Clothing

1930's Art Deco Cotton Cherry Print Day Dress
Located in New York, NY
1930's Art Deco Cotton Cherry Print Day Dress with floaty capelet collar thats tied at front. A lace modesty panel is inserted at neckline, but can be re...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

Lovely Art Deco Burn Out Velvet Gown
Located in New York, NY
Lovely Art Deco Burn Out Velvet Gown from the 1930's. Typical bias slim cut velvet with flutter sleeves with incredible sheer Art Deco arrow designs ra...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

Vintage 1930s Bias-Cut Velvet and Lace Dress with Bolero
Located in New York, NY
This vintage 1930s bias-cut velvet dress is an absolutely stunning example of 1930s fashion. It is becoming increasingly (very) rare to find these 1930s dresses in this beautiful, we...
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Mid-20th Century Clothing

Chic 1960s Gabar Lime Green + Pink Flower Silk Vintage 60s One Piece Romper
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 60s GABAR silk flower print one piece romper jumpsuit! Features a vibrant lime green background with flowers in pink, blue, yellow and white throughout. Adjustable straps can be...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

Japanese Black Silk Kimono Accented with "Cranes In Flight" Borders
Located in New York, NY
This wonderful simply Japanese silk kimono is accented with detailed with "Cranes in Flight" set among multi-colors of floral ribbons and tree branches. Family crest...
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Japanese Mid-20th Century Clothing

1930s Black Lace and Chiffon Insert Dress
Located in London, GB
This highly romantic dress was made in the late 1930s and is breathtaking quality. Evening gowns of this era are highly sought after, particularly when they’re in such rare, excellen...
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British Mid-20th Century Clothing

1930s Black Velvet Gown
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Beautiful vintage 30s velvet black dress with velvet devore on the sleeves. - cowl neck - velvet sash/ belt Size: Medium- Large Bust: 38"-39” Waist 34”/ H...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

1930s Lace Trimmed Peach Slip Dress with Scalloped Hem
Located in London, GB
Slip dresses of the 1930s are highly collectable and this is a truly lovely example. They are prized for their wearability and the luxuriousness of the fabrics as well as the simple ...
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Unknown Mid-20th Century Clothing

Chic 1960s Pucci Style Bell Sleeve Olive Print Silk Vintage 60s A Line Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1960s colorful olive print Pucci style 3/4 bell sleeve A-Line dress! Features a burgundy maroon background with olives printed throughout in yellow, green, pink, blue, teal and ...
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Mid-20th Century Clothing

1960s Sambo Fashions Yellow and Pink Floral Dress
Located in London, GB
Late 1950s or early 1960s sundress design from Sambo Fashions which was a quality British brand operating throughout the 40s to 60s. I really love the print on this dress; a pretty rose pattern band interspersed by what appears to be a tromp l'oeil design for a leather embossed strap...
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British Mid-20th Century Clothing

1950s Samuel Winston Black and Gold Cocktail Dress w Exquisite Bodice Detailing
Located in Gresham, OR
A beautiful 1950s Samuel Winston cocktail dress with full black taffeta skirt and exquisite bodice detailing in gold silk satin and ruched chiffon....
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

1960s Grey Skirt with Elaborate Bead Trim
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous grey wool skirt with elaborate beading around the hem. It has a 2 3/4 " waistband onto which the A line skirt is slightly gathered. Around the hem is 5" of an elaborate ...
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Hong Kong Mid-20th Century Clothing

1960's Anonymous Bonded Wool Glen Check Dress and Coat Set
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This uber chic Italian black and white hounds tooth ensemble dates from the 1960's. 7/8th length A-line coat is collared and double breasted. Four patch pockets detailed with a singl...
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Italian Mid-20th Century Clothing

1950s Silvano of Roma for Heiser Red Gold Silver Dipped Hem Silk Mini Dress Top
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous vintage 50s SILVANO OF ROMA FOR HEISER red silk dip hem mini dress or top! Hard to find designer is hugely sought after! Features an all-over metallic brocade pattern in gol...
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Italian Mid-20th Century Clothing

Orientalist Evening Fancy Jacket in Embroidered Sequin and Silk Satin Circa 1940
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1940 France Orientalist Fancy evening jacket or costume dating from the 1940s / 1950s. Yellow-green silk satin embroidered with golden sequins and appliqués of cords in golden threads. Fringes on the edge in trimmings of golden threads. Cut inspired by Kaftab with wide open pagoda sleeves...
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French Mid-20th Century Clothing

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