Medium 1920s Satin Robe - Authentic Antique 20s Flapper Lounge Wrap - Black Apricot Orange with Asian Embroidery - Paris Label - As Is

Authentic 1920s flapper's robe is a gorgeous find, ideal for restoration as its silk collar and cuffs are shattering. It's a black satin lounge robe with a splendid embroidered skirt panel in Asian style chrysanthemums and star shaped flower sprays... so beautiful. It's lightly padded between the outer satin and shattered silk lining. See Condition Detail below for flaws.

Ladies' Size
approx 8 to 10

Measurements
Bust up to 42, Waist up to 38, Hip up to 46; Shoulder to Shoulder 14.25, Sleeve Length 23.5, Neck to Drop Waist 23.5, Neck to Hem 44.5 Inches

Era
1920s

Label
' GRANDES ALMACENES / fin de siglo / PARIS LA . . . ' at back neck

Materials
Black acetate satin, apricot orange silk (shattered and tattered, see Condition Detail below), embroidery is gorgeous buttonhole twist, colors are burnt orange, apricot, taupe, pale gray, lilac, powder blue, pale yellow

Closure
Interior self tie at inside wrap, self satin tie at exterior left hip

Condition
Fair

Condition Detail
Acceptable for its age, apricot silk collar and cuffs are obviously fragile and actively shattering, lining is same fabric and in same poor condition, about 90% of this fragile silk is still there, should be replaced for wear but can be displayed as is; the black satin and embroidery is impeccable

Washing Instructions
Dry clean by a cleaner experienced with antique clothing

Please note: All measurements (bust - waist - hip) are the maximum body measurements that will fit the item. These measurements already have ease subtracted and they are not actual fabric widths. To get actual fabric widths add two inches at the bust - one inch at the waist and two inches at the hip.

Size listed is a modern size. Any available vintage size is noted in the Label description. Please remember vintage sizes and modern sizes can vary a great deal.

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