The Gage Brothers began making hats in the mid 1850's and continued through at least the 1920's. This wide brim hat dates between 1915 - 1920. With a beaded brim and large, painted comb- like decoration through the crown it makes quite a statement!
My Favorite Things
Antique Silk Maltese Lace Flounce or Collar
The fluid lines of this elaborate Maltese lace are a testament to the
skills of the lace maker. Made of ecru silk in three sections that are
joined together by hand.
Victorian Handmade Cluny Lace Yardage
A lovely handmade length of ecru cotton Cluny lace made for flouncing or trimming. In excellent, usable condition.
Inspired Edwardian Straw Hat with Cabbage Roses
This spectacular spring hat of pink straw is trimmed with huge cabbage
roses, leaves and black velvet ribbons. Circa 1900 - 1910. The cluster
of three roses at the back are absolutely gorgeous!
Extravagant Edwardian Beaver Plush Hat
This fur plush hat circa 1910 is a real gem! The crown is wrapped with
an off white watered silk ribbon that measures 4" wide and forms a huge
bow trimmed with a large jet beaded "buckle" at its center.
Outstanding Five Piece Wedding Trousseau Circa 1905
Made up of five pieces this exquisite wedding outfit dates to circa
1905 and comes from a Westborough, MA family. The detailed outfit is
made up of a two piece suit, jacket and skirt of the softest cocoa
brown wool, probably cashmere.
Edwardian Silk Embroidered Duster or Motoring Coat
Dating between 1905 to 1915 this Edwardian duster or motoring jacket
features a lavishly embroidered collar and cuffs. Closing at the front
of the jacket with four hooks and loops the collar continues down the
front of the jacket to the hemline.
Breathtaking Edwardian Lace Wedding or Dinner Gown Circa 1905
Edwardian era, mixed lace wedding or dinner gown. As far as I can tell
under magnification, the laces are handmade and the embroidery on the
tulle netting that encases the skirt and bodice is also hand done. The
bodice is very full in the Gibson Girl style that was so popular in the
early 20th century.
Amazing Edwardian Lamé Opera Wrap with Ostrich Trimmed Fur Collar
Brilliant lavender pink silk is richly woven with silver lame on this
opera cape crowned with a lush white fur collar trimmed with black
ostrich feathers.
Superior Raw Silk & Lace Edwardian Tea Gown with Jacket
A princess styled Edwardian tea dress is complete
with a short matching Spencer style jacket. Both pieces have three
quarter length sleeves and are trimmed with delicate Valenciennes lace.
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Recommended Reading
Harold Koda: Poiret (Metropolitan Museum of Art Publications)
Jonathan Walford: The Seductive Shoe: Four Centuries of Fashion Footwear
18th Century Costume in the National Museums and Galleries of Mersyside
Dressed for the Photographer: Ordinary Americans and Fashion, 1840-1900
Dangerous Liasons: Fashion and Furniture in the Eighteenth Century
What Clothes Reveal: The Language of Clothing in Colonial and Federal America
From Paris to Providence, Fashion, Art and the Tirocchi Dressmakers' Shop, 1915-1947
Style & Splendor: The Wardrobe of Queen Maud of Norway 1896-1938
