18th Century Fashion

An 18th-century man, possibly Diderot, with papers in one hand in another, with a walking cane, on an (ebonized) wood plinth. Exquisite and very refined bone carving of the illustr...

Step back in time with this captivating Vintage Signed Stabilized Turquoise Belt (1.75" wide). This stunning piece is a true testament to mid-century modern design, featuring genuine turquoise stones meticulously crafted to create a bold and eye-catching statement. Timeless Design: The classic turquoise inlay adds a touch of Southwestern flair to any outfit, while the clean lines and geometric patterns embody the spirit of the mid-century modern era. Vintage Quality: This belt is a genuine vintage treasure, boasting the exceptional craftsmanship and unique character of its time. The artist's signature adds a touch of history and potential collectability. Secured Beauty: The stabilized turquoise ensures the belt's lasting beauty and durability for years to come. This vintage turquoise belt...

A few small holes and missing buttons however no rot nor stains nor smells. phenomenal condition for being over 200 years old. Blue Wool Velvet Men's Antique 1700...

Circa 1780 /1820 France Provence Large foldover cotton muslin fichu or shawl embroidered in Beauvais stitch and openwork with drawn threads. Elegant embroidery of foliage scrolls ch...

MORPHEW ATELIER Black & Gold Metal Mesh Satin Ribbon Bondage Strap Cutout Cocktail Dress

Circa 1785 France Elegant vest with basques in cream gros de Tours embroidered with silver and polychrome silk threads dating from the Louis XVI period. Embroidery with design of tricolored ribbons on the perimeter dotted with leafy stems, herbs and small pineapples (?). Cut crew neck without collar with small open basques and two pockets with crenellated flaps. Original back in wool pilou and cotton ecru. Cream cotton lining (small dirt). Complete with its eleven buttons and buttonholes. Three spots the size of a needle head, no rings under...

Circa 1792-1794 France Rare black felt Commissaire's bicorn of the first French Republic, at the fall of the Ancien Régime around 1793 (proclamation of the Convention). Hat with its...

18th-19th century France Large border of furniture in Louis XVI style chiseled velvet . Caramel taffeta background, plum-colored curly velvet drawing of a wide ribbon of tied and beaded medallions...

Circa 1770 France Low-cut waistcoat in gold-spun cloth fashioned with miniature rhombuses dating from the end of the Louis XV period. Fitted cut, crew neck, complete with buttons co...

German powder pouch in carved bone representing bacchanals Magnificent powder pouch made in 19th century Germany. Original O-shaped profile, carved in bo...

Circa 1750 England or Europe Sleeveless bodice and long pleated basques in silver cloth, lampas in silver thread. Rich polychrome silk brocade with wood berry design and undulating ...

Circa 1790-1800 France or Europe Elegant pair of burgundy leather Stiletto heel shoes dating from the late 18th century. Pointed toe vamp and small coil heel, typical of the fashion ...

This rare antique Edo-period (1615-1868) Japanese handmade inro is a curved lozenge-shaped hand-dyed woven-silk hard carrying-case container sheath that features intricate embroidery with rock-crystal or glass beadwork and thin leather-wrapped thread appliques. For its "Kimono Style" exhibition, TheMet museum noted: "the dying, weaving, and embroidery techniques for which Japan is famed reached their peak of artistic sophistication during the Edo period." On the burgundy finely-braided silk obijime cord that suspends the inro hang adjustable ojime fasteners of glazed earthenware, which are hand-painted with underglaze and overglaze enamels. The imagery includes signature-like branches, mountains, and a pine tree. Each knotted end of the cord dangles from the bottom of the inro with two rice-paper tubular beads. We could not find any Japanese beads...

Circa 1720-1740 Italy Venice Beautiful Baroque hanging in cream silk satin applied and embroidered à la Grotesque with flowered cups and draped architectural elements of extreme ref...

Late 17c, early 18c for the embroidery 19c for the velvet tablecloth Italy Rare tablecloth in green-yellow silk velvet cut (XIXth century) with wide...

Circa 1760 France Beautiful gentleman's vest in gold lamé fluted silk called French faille in goose poop color and dating from the Louis XV period. Small waist fitted with long basq...

Circa 1775/1785 France Rare pair of Collectible and Simplicity shoes for lady dating from the French Louis XVI period. Wool and silk twill Bleu ...

Circa 1795/1815 France Rare Violin-shaped reticule in embossed morocco, sequins and polished steel beads, complete with its original chain and dating from the first quarter of the 1...

Circa 1780/1810 Canton/ China for export to Europe Large bedspread or hanging in sky-blue chiné satin silk embroidered with polychrome mercerized satin silk thread and couched stitc...

Circa 1780/1810 China for Export in Europe/Portugal Large bedspread or hanging in cream satin embroidered with polychrome mercerized silk threads. Large orderly and architecturally ...

Circa 1700 France "Bonne-grâce" (We call "Bonne-grâce" the half-curtains of a bed that are on both sides of the bedside) of a Louis XIV bed in needle point embroidered dating from t...

Circa 1720/1750 Coromandel Coast India for the Palampore France Provence for the quilting A large quilted bedcover or hanging of an early printed indian Palampore...

Circa 1785 France A sack back gown, coat and skirt in salmon and yellow changing taffeta Florence silk. The gown has an à l’anglaise whalebone laced fro...

Circa 1780 France or Europe Sumptuous miniature velvet suit and waistcoat, densely embroidered in pastel stitch, velvet appliqué and painted canetilles dating from the last quarter ...

Circa 1775 France French gentleman's frock coat in miniature velvet from the Louis XV / Louis XVI transition period around 1775. Clever velvet as Miniature in cut silk velvet brocad...

Circa 1785 France Beautiful waistcoat of the Louis XVI period in cream taffeta embroidered with polychrome silk threads and silver threads. Straight cut, square, with two flap pocke...

Circa 1780 France Superb and Complete Taffeta called Mexicaine Sack Back french gown with a mantle coat, pettycoat and stomacher. Sack back pleated mantle dress and double ruffles pagoda sleeves. Very fine brocaded taffeta silk with ombré and cannelé stripes, adorned with a fine motif of rosebuds.Ruched appliqué front ruffles, adorned with matching trimmings fly fringes. Provenance Maison Godillot Paris. The waist of the skirt has been dismantled as is often the case. Taffeta crunchy and stong, not weathered or stained, rare in this condition and complete !. Excellent condition of color and conservation for the age. Dimensions: Modeled on size 36/38 France. Coat front height 133 cm, back height 154 cm, shoulders 41 cm, sleeves 46 cm, chest 94 cm. Extract from the 2020 Villa Rosemaine...