Antique Victorian Calico Cotton Voile Walking Suit S/M Antique original Unger Bros sterling

Antique original Unger Bros sterling silver repousse brooch featuring an Art Nouveau-depiction of a lady with flowing locks and a flower in her hair

but could be earlier

1950s black silk strapless wiggle dress with wrapped chiffon at the bust finishing with side-placed bow and dress-length sash

Measurements (taken flat)

Quirky and fun dangle clip on earrings

Antique Victorian Calico Cotton Voile Walking Suit S/M Antique original Unger Bros sterlingAn incredible piece of fashion history! Late 1800s Victorian 2 piece walking suit, comprised of a pigeon breasted blouse with sewn in cream cotton undergarment and a sweeping skirt. Blouse undergarment layer buttons up the front, then slits are sewn into calico front for button stays or possibly a ribbon to be laced through, Skirt has hook and eye closures, would have been worn with a bustle hence the gathered fabric and longer hem in the back. Made