Piano Shawl Victorian Bustle Stole Silk Wrap Macramé Tassels 1890 Heirloom Provenance
$147.87
Victorian Pure Silk Canton Manton De Manila Piano and Bustle Shawl.
Dated 1891.
Hand Embroidered in the most exquisite Silk thread in Vibrant and iridescent jewel colours, all executed in the forbidden stitch. The shawl has been kept within an estates heirloom private collection and carefully stored in a linen chest since just after it was created.
It was last worn in 1923 for a wedding and then stored.
The silk is from my own heirloom collection-provenance can be confirmed as to the fabric and hand embroidery
Although very beautiful it does show distinct signs of her age.
There is a storage mark, where the black silk has faded, and there are some fine pin holes too.
The corners are rounded, expertly finished on all edges, with a hand knotted Macrame top and long silk fringe
Measurements are as follows;
Overall measurements;
Approx Length; 100 inches
Approx Depth; 96inches
The depth of the silk fringe and macrame is; 20”
The shawl is freshly and professionally dry cleaned and is ready to wear
These stunning shawls look so beautiful, draped around a lady's shoulders. It's got to be the most perfect original and genuine vintage accessory to wear to any wedding themed gathering or dinner party.
Please drop me a line, if you have any questions.
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