This section of Vintage Textile is for clients looking for that special “find” that does not fit into one of my major categories. Here is where the vintage clothing collector with an eye for value will discover the hidden treasure that makes the chase so enjoyable. Happy hunting!
All items in the Treasure Hunt are sold "as is" and all sales are final! Click on the item picture for a larger image and details.
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| #9448 $95 Fortuny stenciled cotton border, 1950s. With original Fortuny hang tag and never used, border was meant to finish the edges of Fortuny drapes. NEW LISTING |
#2505X $295 Slip with ribbon art decoration, 1920s. Layer of silk chiffon mesh over matching satin under layer—so feminine and pretty! NEW LISTING Sold |
#6927 $325 Silk chiffon flapper dress, mid 1920s. Straight chemise style accented at hipline with glittering rhinestones and velvet flower. NEW LISTING |
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| #2545 $250 Lightweight summer petticoat, c.1900. Wide flared hem border of Valenciennes lace and dotted Swiss lace. NEW LISTING |
#2546 $275 Fancy white cotton petticoat, c.1900. Double-layer hem flounce with finely embellished outer layer. NEW LISTING Reserved |
#2547 $275 Outer layer of flounce is hand embroidered and trimmed with Valenciennes lace and tucks. NEW LISTING Sold |
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| #2282 $325 Hand-embroidered nightgown, c.1900. Decorated with floral medallions with Valenciennes lace embellishment. NEW LISTING |
#2543 $250 French fancy knickers, c.1890. On the legs are fine circular flounces decorated exquisite hand-embroidered floral sprays. NEW LISTING Sold |
#2287 $295 Hand-embroidered peignoir, 1890s. The ruffles hand are embroidered with delicate flowers—a demure feminine allure! NEW LISTING |
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| #2450 $325 Floral chiffon flapper dress and scarf, late 1920s. The carefree Flapper Era is perfectly captured in the flirty floral dress. NEW LISTING |
#2526 $395 Boué Soeurs embroidered boudoir cape & muff, 1920s. With a bouquet of signature Boué ribbon art flowers. NEW LISTING Reserved |
#9449 $250 Bias-cut crepe slip, 1930s. Both front and back have diagonal bodice seams that gently shape the bust. NEW LISTING |
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| #2530 $250 Silk boudoir jacket, 1920s. Edges are bordered with bands of beige cotton lace. Frilly and feminine! NEW LISTING |
#1607 $275 Liberty style brocaded silk chiffon shawl, c.1910. The delicate weave has ribbons of floral brocade on silk chiffon ground. NEW LISTING Reserved |
#2345 $275 Liberty style ribbon weave silk chiffon shawl, c.1910. Decorated with delicate, printed floral paisley medallions. NEW LISTING |
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| #7145 $250 Silver kid evening shoes, early 1930s. No structural flaws but a bit scuffed and worn. $650 if in top condition. NEW LISTING |
#0446 $225 Wire brim straw hat, c.1916. As sophisticated and stylish today as when first worn. NEW LISTING |
#7140 $250 Bias-cut satin slip, 1930s. Sexy bias-cut style, synonymous with the Hollywood look of the 1930s. NEW LISTING |
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| #2510 $275 Charmeuse/lace skirt, 1920s. The lace flounce is bordered at the top with garlands of charmeuse rosebuds and ribbon bows. NEW LISTING Sold |
#7044 $95 Whiting & Davis silver mesh cowl necklace, 1970s. The patented metallic link mesh that made Whiting & Davis famous. NEW LISTING |
#7152 $250 Whiting & Davis gold mesh shoulder bag, 1960s. With gold leather shoulder strap and in the original box with the inspection tag. NEW LISTING |
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| #7151 $275 Bias-cut rayon satin nightgown, 1930s. Made from peach colored rayon satin printed with gay floral bouquets. NEW LISTING |
#7156 $275 Lady Edso bias-cut rayon crepe nightgown, 1930s. The bodice is matching yellow lace with satin ribbon trim. NEW LISTING |
#7157 $275 Lady Edso bias-cut rayon crepe nightgown, 1930s. The bodice is matching pink lace with satin ribbon trim. NEW LISTING |
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| #7158 $295 Yolande bias cut rayon crepe nightgown, 1950s. The high-waisted bodice is trimmed with beige lace. NEW LISTING |
#7159 $275 Corsage bias-cut rayon crepe slip, 1950s. The bodice and hem are trimmed with matching lace. NEW LISTING |
#7161 $275 Form fitting rayon slip, 1980s. Very well made in Hong Kong with a fully lined bodice. NEW LISTING |
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| #2343 $225 Provençal stiffened coif, 19th century. This charming antique coif, made of printed Provençal cotton, has an arresting presence. NEW LISTING |
#2457 $275 Lilli Ann wool tweed mini coat, 1960s. The scarf collar can be worn tied or open. The raglan sleeves are comfortable and easy to wear. NEW LISTING |
#1598 $150 Straw sporting hat, c.1890. The jaunty, rolled brim gives the hat a strong presence and makes a great display. NEW LISTING |
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| #1621 $325 Valentino Mongolian lamb coat, 1980s. A luxurious, eye catching coat, dyed a heavenly plum hue. NEW LISTING |
#1157 $325 Beaded velvet evening coat, 1950s. the flared swing-style cut that gives the coat a real "attitude." NEW LISTING |
#7085 $150 Crochet lace wide gauntlet gloves, 1910s. Made of beige cotton yarn, they stretch out to fit. |