Description: 1920’s Flapper Evening Gown Black Bugle Beaded Gold Lame Formal Absolutely stunning Elegant 1920’s Flapper black net dress with flecks of small gold patterns over gold lame, one piece in construction reception evening ballgown with intricate black glass bugle beading and black sequins, and Oh so many lovely details. The netting overlays the bodice and the skirt with flecks of gold throughout. This beautiful ball gown evening dress has a long floor length skirt, netted and embellished with beading on its sleeves, square front neckline, a wide black beaded waist sash, and is fully lined with a heavy gold lame slip sewn inside as well as a finer gold lame second lining. The bodice has an intricate inner netting bodice with closures. There are attributes present on this gown that point to many high end fashion designers of the period, but no designer label present. I am sure this gown had one at one time. If I was to quess I would say the gown may be French. The dress is a haute couture work from the time of the Belle Epoque. The basic material of the dress is a black netting with gold flecks in the pattern and plain black tulle netting. The netting is covering the underdress made of gold lame. This gown has been a part of a museum exhibit collection from Rochester New York and cannot wait to be worn and loved. This gown still retains its original museum’s catalog identification number tag. This is in really amazing condition. The bugle beaded bodice is fabulous and all the hooks, eyes and snaps closures are all present, along the center side bodice and waistband. The front of the bodice has two wide bands of beadwork traveling up both sides of bodice over the shoulders and around the neck line. Also continuing down from the waist line to the hem line. A lovely large beaded appliqué at waist with larger faceted long beaded strands falling downward into the skirt. Just Lovely. The skirt has another lighter finer gold lame lining with black floral lace attached. Considering the age and fragile nature of this beauty it is in quite good condition and still wearable if handled carefully. There are typical issues here that plague most dresses of this period. Back of the dress is a draping panel that has been ripped at edges, as seen in photos. There are a few beads missing and tugs here and there. Some of the wide bands of beadwork have frayed or split. I am sure these can be restored. I did not see any rips in the outer netting. There is discolorationon areas of beadwork. There is small tears and roughness at the hem line. The gold lame looks like the hem line was hemmed up at one time, and can be let down with an additional 3” length can be added. No dryness and not brittle at all. Very soft. Inner lining is in very good condition, no shredding. There is a small bag of loose beads included. Wonderful for display ... inspiration .. .re-purposing .. .or restoration. Can also be worn with care after some TLC. This is a wonderful display piece and would be a great addition into your antique fashion collection or would be good for restoration! Measurements Bust 85” Waist 68” Hips 106” Length 138” This gown is truly an exquisite piece of opulent flapper era in wearable art. A beautiful gown that is worthy of restoration. A lovely display piece. I have listed other beautiful antique gowns in my store. Antique clothing are for display and should not be worn. A truly grand display dress/gown or for study, collection or for display only. A great addition to one's collection, and sturdy enough to be worn. Our antique textiles are collectible and are not new and not reproductions, and have lived a long and eventful life and sometimes developing flaws. Therefore, use and wear should be expected with these items, unless stated in description. We do not launder or dry clean unless stated in listing, and most times have been in storage for many decades picking up old age storage oxidation spots. Every effort has been made to describe our items as accurately as possible including flaws and imperfections to the best of our ability, to give the buyer an accurate description. As condition and description is largely based on personal opinion, we ask that you look at the photos carefully and decide. We are happy to answer any questions about this item. Insurance has been added to postage handling charges over $100.00 value. International Buyers Please Note: ... Import duties, taxes and charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer's responsibility and cannot be held responsible for delays in shipping or customs. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding/buying. 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Price: 600 USD
Location: Franklinville, New York
End Time: 2023-12-27T16:00:24.000Z
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Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Sleeve Length: Long Sleeve
Neckline: Square Neck
Closure: Hook & Loop
Occasion: Party/Cocktail
Size: 2XL
Color: Black
Material: Lame
Fabric Type: Mesh
Accents: Beaded
Dress Length: Long
Vintage: Yes
Brand: Handmade
Size Type: Plus
Department: Women
Style: Ball Gown
Season: Summer