#1889 $1,250 Sold
Liberty & Co. metallic brocaded silk chiffon shawl, c.1910
An antique fashion accessory, like this lovely shawl, is the perfect way to add a special touch of elegance to a basic dress. The unsurpassed beauty of fine antique textiles makes them eagerly sought collectibles. You will find nothing comparable in a modern copy. The shawl is unlabeled, but I was informed by a Liberty & Co. archivist that is is one of their prints—thank you Anna.
The shawl is fashioned from delicate silk chiffon printed with a floral-filled paisley pattern. The ends are lavishly brocaded with gold metallic flowers. Antique textiles that use real metallic fibers have a mellow burnished glow that will warm the souls of your friends. The shawl is bordered all around with black silk chiffon.
Liberty & Co. started out as an importer of Oriental wares, including fabrics. The company began producing its own fabrics in 1879 and soon became famous for its luxurious silks. The exotic pattern, vivid and constrasting colors, and rich silk shows the influence of Orientalism.
The condition is excellent. Buy it and wear it!
The shawl is 30" wide by 98" long.
