A Young Woman's Bonnet, ca. 1880 #eveningdress * September 3

* September 3

The fabric parts of the necklace are "somewhat aged"

sculptural silhouette and decorative bows embody the transitional aesthetic between early Victorian formality and the lighter

exemplifies the elegance and craftsmanship of early 20th‑century couture

made of fine pongee silk—a lightweight natural silk woven in a subtle taffeta structure—is an exquisite example of early 20th‑century couture craftsmanship

A Young Woman's Bonnet, ca. 1880 #eveningdress * September 3Origin: Europe Date: ca. 1880 (period of the bustle dresses) Materials: Velvet, satin silk, lace, black velvet chin straps, lined inside Condition: Very good for its age and the sensitivity of the materials; subtle signs of age and wear