Mid 19th Century Wrapper

From the seller:

A charming 1860’s floral printed cotton antique robe that has been de-accessioned from the Metropolitan Museum of Art. The fabric has a floral pattern in shades or red, mauve and blue on a cream colored back ground. The robe is decorated with red, tan and teal blue geometric trim. It has pagoda styled sleeves and two side pockets. The armscyes are piped. It has a front button and loop closure. The robe is lined with cotton. It is in very good and sturdy condition. There are several missing buttons and some age discoloration. (See photos.). Loose fitting bust 40 Length from shoulder to hem 55.

From Me:

It's probably a bit earlier - 1850's. Here are some other dressing robes or wrappers that have similar cuts:

• 1850's Wrapper at the Met
• 1840's Dressing robe
• 1850's Dressing Robe

The original image from the Met

This is what the Met had up on this wrapper:

Wrapper Date: 1840–60 Culture: American Medium: cotton Dimensions: Length at CB: 60 in. (152.4 cm) Credit Line: Gift of Mrs. D. Chester Noyes, 1950

So, since the Met agrees with me rather than the seller, I'm putting this in the 1850's.

Edwardian Dressing Gown

From the seller:

A very lovely 1890s Victorian breakfast / tea robe gown, created with the most beautiful multi color small paisley printed velveteen fabric and extensive detailing. Completely lined in cotton buckram. Black velvet ribbon is used to adorn many areas. The front and back are both styled with many vertical tucks - a front hooks and eyes 3/4 closure. A matching fabric wide collar the is adorned with a gorgeous original delicate Victorian black lace collar that matches the delightful sleeve cuffs; a hidden snap closure the is covered w black velvet ribbons and the most adorable small dangling balls that are made with matching paisley fabric. This is a larger size; created to be full and loose at it was worn in the morning before all the undergarments were to be put on for the day. Approx measurements are taken laying flat, closed and across; 17" shoulder seam to seam, 24" underarm to underarm, 31" waist, 39" hips, 54" length front mid shoulder to hem and 63" back length mid should to hem. In extremely good condition; there is minimal wear at the underarms. This absolutely stunning robe was acquired from a large collection of Victorian to Edwardian garments; I am not sure of the exact age as it is very detailed and meticulously machine sewn. It is very wearable and would make a superb display.

From Me:

Display, yes. Wear, no. These need to be kept for the next generation to study and admire. Wearing these garments destroys them.

Edwardian Dressing Gown

This style was popular between 1906~1908.  What I love about this one is the wild pattern.  It looks pink from far away but when you look closely, it's orange, brown, yellow, and red!

Post WWI/Early 1920's Tea Gown (?)

From the seller:

An antique Edwardian, Titanic era silk floral damask dressing gown that once was gorgeous but is now in poor condition but would be great to use as a pattern or for the two large rosettes that embellish the front. There's a silk belt but the closures are missing and it's a bit short to tie but could be crossed and pinned together with a brooch or rosette. The dress has fringe on the hemline and the sleeves. There's holes throughout, some light discoloration and a large tear/hole on the shoulder that you can see in one of the last photos. The fabric doesn't appear to be weak. Almost forgot to mention, it has a B. Altman & Co. label.
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From Me:

The shape and the decorations are much later than the seller claims - more 1918 to 1922 ish. It vaugely reminds me of the Fortuny gowns that were still being sold at that point but this has that lovely rosette detail and that crazy fringe as well as it's own unique shape. My guess is it's a tea gown.

Late 19th Century Chinese Embroidered Coat

From the seller:

Beautiful Antique C1920 Embroidered Blue Silk Chinese Robe

It is embroidered with creatures and flowers in many areas(please see photos).

It measures 45" long and about 42" around in the underarm area.

Closure is with black frogs down the front, and it is lined with blue silk.

Condition is very good. There is slight wear along the edges of the cuffs, and around the neck. The lining is faded in places as well.

Estate found here in Maine, offered with no reserve.


From Me:

I know this is before the 1920's only because by the time you hit the 1920's in China, you see a lot of change in fashion. The Cheongsam dress that most westerners are probably familiar with comes into play in the 1920's. Based on the other examples I found, I'm favoring the late 19th Century. One report I read suggested these were sold to Westerners in the 1920's as cast offs - most of the robes were from the 1880's to about 1910. This, of course, makes sense.

Turn of the 20th Century

Mid 19th Century

Mid 19th Century

And, if you are like me and love some good costuming (this has a mix of historical and fantasy) check out this page.

Pretty Frothy Teen's Era Summer Dress with Pink dressing robe included in the auction

From the seller:

This auction is for an unbelievable Victorian era dress and remnants of a pink silk robe or dressing gown. Both are incredibly fragile, probably more for pattern design and such than any other use. They have no odors of cigarettes or pets, both are about 50 inches long and the waist of the dress is a tiny tiny 22 inches.


From Me:

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1890's?

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Really?

1914

The dress is from about 1913/1914.