Measurements : - Shoulder: Open - Bust: 32 - Waist: 28 - Hips: 34 - Length: 48 from bust to front hem 59 from bust to back hem - Marked a size 42 - Fits like a modern: 0/2 Material: - 100% silk, metal mesh and beads Condition: - Perfect, with original tags attached Condition rating system: Perfect indicates like-new, never worn or new with tags Great indicates very slight wear with no major visible damages Good indicates some visible wear and/or slight damage This spectacular gown is truly a work of art
Historically, the bustle was a padded undergarment that was in popular use during the Victorian era (mid to late 19th Century), in both European and North American womens fashion
Layered tiers with lace trim detail
The decorative molding and intricate panel design on the second drawer add a touch of luxury, making this piece a perfect addition to traditional, colonial, and farmhouse-style interiors
The silk dress pictured was worked on over 14 years by 380 embroiderers from 51 countries, who collectively added an estimated billion and a half stitches
