Lot 99 , An 18th century Spitalfields silk gown and underskirt,

An 18th century Spitalfields silk gown and underskirt, embroidered and printed with flower sprigs
Estimate £200-300

Provenance: Telscombe Manor, East Sussex 1976

Some stains and minor foxing to dress, areas of fading in places. Tears along the frilled edges of the back, minor areas of tearing to silk in places, generally average. Light brown orange petticoat also has areas of staining, minor tears along edges. Generally average.
Would advise viewing in person.
Shipping to the USA we recommend Royal Mail International Signed for - £40 with compensation up to £300.


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Sold for £460