Lot Details
Lot 75
Olive Satin Tea Gown
French, 1890s
Princess line, with standing square Renaissance style collar, puffed sleeves, train, the center front overlaid with net panel embroidered with bow and flower pattern worked in sequins and beads, repeated on shoulders, cuffs collar and back, pink cotton boned underbodice, pink silk padded and quilted lining with pleated hem flounce, labeled: Bucquet/Confections/(indistinguishable) helles.
Very good condition, except significant alteration, probably to increase size, at right side and skirt interior.
The teagown gained popularity in the late 19th century as an informal garment that could be worn at home without a corset, and therefore more comfortable, yet acceptable for receiving guests on an informal basis. They often were fashioned in styles from the past or in fantasy styles, for added sense of relaxation. This gown, while seemingly formal and restrictive by today's standards, with its boned understructure, heavy quilted lining, and elaborated styling, is an excellent example of what was considered loungewear 100 years ago.
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