Antique Biedermeier Silk Brocade Visiting Gown, ca. 1847 #antiquewalkingdress Two buttonholes at the lower

Two buttonholes at the lower edge indicate that the bottom portion of the stomacher was buttoned in place and concealed

orange and dark meshes are woven into the gold-colored meshes

Belt buckle dimensions: ~ 8 x 5

and subtle Art Deco influence makes it an exceptional piece for collectors

Antique Biedermeier Silk Brocade Visiting Gown, ca. 1847 #antiquewalkingdress Two buttonholes at the lowerThis exquisite visiting dress from the Biedermeier period (Germany) or the Romantic period (England) is a rare and authentic example of mid 19th century fashion. Worn in England around 1847, the antique dress is a two piece ensemble consisting of a one piece gown and a matching cape. Crafted from luxurious silk brocade fabric in purple, black, and white, with purple as the dominant color, the textile itself is a highlight of the piece. The cape and