#2277 $1,100 Reserved
Irish crochet/tulle tea dress, c.1915
This tea dress delights the jaded modern eye with appliqués of Irish crocheted lace. You can imagine yourself in that pleasant, unhurried world so beloved by the Edwardian gentry. The dress would be perfect for an informal wedding.
The 4th picture down presents the simple, yet intriguing, abstract floral design whose pleasing symmetry is a delight to the eyes. The design has a mesmerizing fascination that draws the viewer into the mystery of the eternal feminine.
Fashioned from layers of ivory cotton tulle, the dress is embellished with scrolling soutache trim and Irish crocheted lace appliqués. The square Armistice-style neckline is bordered with delicate floral lace.
The two layers of the bodice and three layers of skirt are attached to a petersham at the waistline. The dress closes in back with snaps and hooks. In spite of the layers, the dress is still sheer; so you will need a slip. I photographed the dress without a slip so you can see the detail.
The condition is excellent. It is clean and ready to wear.
It measures: 36" bust, 30" waist, 42" hip, 15 1/2" from shoulder seam to shoulder seam, 20" sleeve length (including the ruffle), 15" from the shoulder to the top of the waistband, and 55" from the shoulder to the hem.
