#4016 $950
French lace/chiffon teddy, c.1925
Nothing today can compare with the luxury of fine French lingerie from the early 20th century. This exquisite teddy came from the estate of a French woman who lived in New York where her husband was the master chef of a fine French restaurant in the Roaring Twenties. She also owned the fancy evening coat currently listed.
The design brings together contrasting elements: strong graphic color as well as ethereal lace (4th picture down) and sheer chiffon. The ultra-feminine floral design is a wonder of gossamer delicacy.
The diaphanous bodice of the teddy is unlined. The open back plunges below the waist. The skirt is lined with pleated peach chiffon. The black chiffon outer layer of the skirt still has its original knife pleating.
The condition is excellent. It looks like it was never worn.
It measures: 40" bust, 36" waist, 42" hip, and 27" center-front length.
