1950s Beaded & Embroidered Silk Gown designer-jean-louis-scherrer Waist: 13" flat across the

Waist: 13" flat across the back from side seam to side seam

It is a custom fabric and a stunning confection of woven silk brocade with portions of it being a fine black chenille

The waist nips in and the skirt is fitted

beads and sequins hand sewn to cover every inch

Excellent condition and a rare museum worthy piece

1950s Beaded & Embroidered Silk Gown designer-jean-louis-scherrer Waist: 13" flat across theThis is an amazing example of the work and craft that was being out into evening gowns in the fifties. This gown is a work of art and has the resulting richness and decadence to show for it. A rich, heavy silk satin in a thick cream color has been extensively detailed top to bottom. Silk cord is hand applied and embroidered to the gown. Onto that dense hand applied sequins are done in clusters to give little glints of light. Bead work adds another