Pieced Back Italian Gown | Red Exotic | 1770 - 1785 fabric-cottonprint

Pieced Back Italian Gown | Red Exotic | 1770 - 1785 fabric-cottonprintThis 18th century Italian style gown reflects regional construction techniques that set it apart from its English and French counterparts. Most notably, the front and back seams are shorter and smoother, creating a refined silhouette with less dramatic shaping. The back of the gown features distinctive piecingparticularly at the top of the back panels and along the skirthighlighting both the economy of fabric and the skilled hand of the maker.

formal appearance suited for cooler weather or elevated impressions

changing history in the process

versatile cloth

Either way this longer style brim and high crown accommodate any hairstyle while keeping the sun out of your eyes

Measures 1-5/8" round x 3/4" tall

At 60 inches wide

these aprons were worn with ties wrapped around and tied in the front

making it a versatile choice for trims or more substantial accents

and Restores faded and scratched leathers to a rich leather

Cetacean Blue Brushed Wool Suiting has a deep

Royal Yellow Silk Taffeta

This stainless steel reproduction is great for military impressions