c1900s 3D White Embroidered Lace on Fine Silk Net Top w Elaborate Sleeves designer-adele-simpson This pay on the two

This pay on the two fabrics mixed with the black netting give it a gorgeous muted silver

slinky jersey that instantly drapes into place when on

navy and a brilliant green

The back closes with a zip but the outermost layer has pretty fabric covered buttons that close with little loops so the zipper is covered

c1900s 3D White Embroidered Lace on Fine Silk Net Top w Elaborate Sleeves designer-adele-simpson This pay on the twoI am not sure that I have ever seen in person a more beautiful example of the type of 3D embroidery and lace work that was being done during this time period. The top is truly a work of art and it is in remarkable condition for its age. It is made out of very fine and light silk netting that is backed in a white muslin. This layered effect gives the top its first bit of depth. Onto the netting 3D embroidery work has been done to add more depth to the