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Cuff of antique embroidered blue taffeta sleeve…
glimpse of hand stitching, somewhat rough looking linen lining…
floral and metallic embroidery detail…
dated anywhere from late 18th century to Victorian..
Love the careful work, carefree pattern,
and intense ocean blue…
Teal and aqua toned 18th century shoes
Marie Antoinette Style
Adrien Goetz
Metallic embroidered silk pocketbook
mid 18th century
Fine hand embroidery was both an art form and a status symbol
in the 18th century. Embroidered designs of gold and/or silver,
which required great skill to execute, were generally done by a
professional embroiderer for an aristocratic customer.
European silk bodice
18th century
Deluxe Marie Ocean color
Bella Notte
Bella Notte pillows…
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Title quote from Lord Byron
1788-1824
