An exquisite antique whitework blouse crafted from fine, softly textured cotton and adorned with an extraordinary combination of lace insertion, drawn-thread work, embroidered bands, and delicate handwork.
The blouse has a beautifully structured high neckline surrounded by layers of fine lace and openwork. From the collar, narrow vertical bands of intricate embroidery and lace descend through the bodice, creating an elegant elongated pattern. Tiny period buttons run down the front.
The sleeves are exceptional. Delicate bands of embroidery and drawn-thread work encircle the arms, while fine lace edges the cuffs. The softly gathered shoulders and voluminous sleeves are characteristic of the romantic silhouettes of the Edwardian period.
The back is equally impressive, with vertical embroidered and openwork panels extending from the collar toward the hem. The combination of finely worked cotton and open lace gives the blouse a remarkable sense of lightness and delicacy.
This is a wonderful example of the whitework tradition of the Belle Époque, when painstaking embroidery and lacework transformed otherwise simple cotton garments into objects of extraordinary beauty.
Antique Edwardian / Belle Époque
Approx. 1900–1910
Fine white cotton
Elaborate whitework embroidery
Drawn-thread/openwork detailing
Extensive lace insertion
High lace-trimmed collar
Vertical embroidered panels
Long gathered sleeves
Embroidered sleeve bands and cuffs
Tiny period buttons
Softly gathered Edwardian construction
Measurements:
Sleeve: 21.5”
Shoulder to shoulder: 13.5”
Length: 21”
Condition: Very good antique condition.
Please note that measurements are taken flat and are provided to help you determine the best fit. Because this is a vintage/previously loved garment, we recommend comparing these measurements with a similar piece in your wardrobe.
An exquisite antique whitework blouse crafted from fine, softly textured cotton and adorned with an extraordinary combination of lace insertion, drawn-thread work, embroidered bands, and delicate handwork.
The blouse has a beautifully structured high neckline surrounded by layers of fine lace and openwork. From the collar, narrow vertical bands of intricate embroidery and lace descend through the bodice, creating an elegant elongated pattern. Tiny period buttons run down the front.
The sleeves are exceptional. Delicate bands of embroidery and drawn-thread work encircle the arms, while fine lace edges the cuffs. The softly gathered shoulders and voluminous sleeves are characteristic of the romantic silhouettes of the Edwardian period.
The back is equally impressive, with vertical embroidered and openwork panels extending from the collar toward the hem. The combination of finely worked cotton and open lace gives the blouse a remarkable sense of lightness and delicacy.
This is a wonderful example of the whitework tradition of the Belle Époque, when painstaking embroidery and lacework transformed otherwise simple cotton garments into objects of extraordinary beauty.
Antique Edwardian / Belle Époque
Approx. 1900–1910
Fine white cotton
Elaborate whitework embroidery
Drawn-thread/openwork detailing
Extensive lace insertion
High lace-trimmed collar
Vertical embroidered panels
Long gathered sleeves
Embroidered sleeve bands and cuffs
Tiny period buttons
Softly gathered Edwardian construction
Measurements:
Sleeve: 21.5”
Shoulder to shoulder: 13.5”
Length: 21”
Condition: Very good antique condition.
Please note that measurements are taken flat and are provided to help you determine the best fit. Because this is a vintage/previously loved garment, we recommend comparing these measurements with a similar piece in your wardrobe.
