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These years produced transitional \u003cstrong\u003edresses\u003c\/strong\u003e that today enrich every major \u003cstrong\u003emuseum\u003c\/strong\u003e and refined private \u003cstrong\u003ecollection\u003c\/strong\u003e of \u003cstrong\u003eantique dress\u003c\/strong\u003e, admired for their \u003cstrong\u003eoriginal\u003c\/strong\u003e craftsmanship, subtle \u003cstrong\u003efeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e, and the way they were \u003cstrong\u003eworn\u003c\/strong\u003e during a rapidly changing era.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt the beginning of the period, styles still reflected the lingering elegance of \u003cstrong\u003eEdwardian fashion\u003c\/strong\u003e. High waists, layered tunics, and flowing skirts created a soft, graceful silhouette. Crafted from silk, lace, and fine cotton, these garments represent some of the \u003cstrong\u003ebest\u003c\/strong\u003e examples of early‑20th‑century \u003cstrong\u003eclothing\u003c\/strong\u003e, often richly decorated yet still practical enough for daily life. Their refined construction makes them highly desirable in any serious \u003cstrong\u003ecollecton\u003c\/strong\u003e of \u003cstrong\u003evintage\u003c\/strong\u003e textiles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs the war progressed, practicality reshaped women’s wardrobes. Hemlines rose to mid‑calf, skirts narrowed, and embellishments were significantly reduced. Military‑inspired details—belts, structured seams, and simplified closures—appeared across many \u003cstrong\u003edresses\u003c\/strong\u003e, reflecting women’s expanding roles in work, nursing, and public life. These garments, often \u003cstrong\u003eworn\u003c\/strong\u003e with minimal \u003cstrong\u003eaccessories\u003c\/strong\u003e, remain a \u003cstrong\u003egood\u003c\/strong\u003e representation of wartime restraint and functional elegance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBy 1919, fashion embraced clean lines, natural waists, and a more modern silhouette. The transition from ornate Edwardian opulence to streamlined simplicity marked a pivotal moment in \u003cstrong\u003eantique fashion\u003c\/strong\u003e, bridging tradition and modernity. These transitional pieces continue to fascinate historians, designers, and collectors exploring the evolution of early‑20th‑century style within the broader world of \u003cstrong\u003eantique dress\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"1918-hutzler-brothers-co-jacket-baltimore-antique-jacket-edwardian-jacket-antikes-jacke","title":"HUTZLER BROTHERS \u0026 Co. 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The blue silk sections hanging down the sides\/back as two panels are striking. These are beautifully hand-embroidered with a color-coordinated floral motif. In the chest area, these blue sections are designed in the style of a vest. High waist, almost reminiscent of the fashion of the Empire period. Generous neckline and back. Shimmering blue lace over silk in the skirt area. Indicated belt. In good condition. Minor tears in the blue panels. The silk of the inner dress also shows minor tears. 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In the lower third, the velvet is replaced by a black silk ottoman pendant skirt. A blue ribbon also marks the transition. The inside is lined with blue silk (only in the area of the velvet; the silk section is not lined). In good condition. The lining is somewhat damaged. Minor repairs; the fur trim is worn, the collar shows signs of wear, a few tiny holes, some of the straps are loose. 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Included are private photographs, \u003cstrong\u003efield post letters\u003c\/strong\u003e, patriotic poems, and personal correspondence - an intimate and rare documentation of the life of a soldier from rural Bavaria.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt the heart of the collection is an exceptionally well‑preserved \u003cstrong\u003emess jacket of a Marine Feuerwerksmaat\u003c\/strong\u003e, dating to around \u003cstrong\u003e1914\u003c\/strong\u003e. Made of dark blue cloth and fitted with gold‑coloured buttons featuring the \u003cstrong\u003eImperial crown, anchor, and entwined rope\u003c\/strong\u003e, it is unmistakably a piece of uniform from the \u003cstrong\u003eImperial German Navy\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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The excellent condition of the mess jacket, combined with the personal documents, creates a vivid and tangible \u003cstrong\u003epiece of German history from the First World War\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDieses außergewöhnliche \u003cstrong\u003eKonvolut\u003c\/strong\u003e, das wir direkt aus \u003cstrong\u003eSulzbürg \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ein der Oberpfalz\u003c\/strong\u003e erwerben konnten, umfasst persönliche Erinnerungsstücke aus dem \u003cstrong\u003eErsten und Zweiten Weltkrieg\u003c\/strong\u003e von \u003cstrong\u003eWilli Zunner\u003c\/strong\u003e. Dazu gehören private Fotografien, \u003cstrong\u003eFeldpostbriefe\u003c\/strong\u003e, patriotische Gedichte sowie weitere schriftliche Zeugnisse, die einen seltenen Einblick in das Leben eines Soldaten aus der Oberpfalz geben.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBesonders hervorzuheben ist die \u003cstrong\u003eMessjacke eines Marine‑Feuerwerksmaats\u003c\/strong\u003e, datiert um \u003cstrong\u003e1914\u003c\/strong\u003e. Sie besteht aus dunkelblauem Tuch und ist mit goldfarbenen Knöpfen versehen, die \u003cstrong\u003eKaiserkrone, Anker und umschnungenes Tau\u003c\/strong\u003e zeigen – ein eindeutiges Erkennungszeichen der \u003cstrong\u003eKaiserlichen Marine\u003c\/strong\u003e. Die Jacke ist in exzellentem Zustand erhalten und stellt ein seltenes Beispiel früher Kriegsausrüstung dar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEin Atelierfoto aus \u003cstrong\u003eNeumarkt\/Oberpfalz\u003c\/strong\u003e zeigt Willi Zunner in festlicher Kleidung, vermutlich anlässlich seiner \u003cstrong\u003eVerlobung oder Hochzeit\u003c\/strong\u003e. Auffällig ist die Mütze mit dem Mützenband \u003cstrong\u003e„Kgl. Luftschiff Abt.“\u003c\/strong\u003e, was darauf hindeutet, dass er möglicherweise zu Beginn des Krieges von der Marine zur \u003cstrong\u003eHeeres‑Luftschiffertruppe\u003c\/strong\u003e versetzt wurde – ein durchaus typischer Werdegang für technisch ausgebildete Marineangehörige.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDas gesamte Konvolut ist in seiner Geschlossenheit und Authentizität \u003cstrong\u003eeinzigartig\u003c\/strong\u003e. Die hervorragend erhaltene Messjacke, kombiniert mit den persönlichen Dokumenten, bildet ein eindrucksvolles und berührendes \u003cstrong\u003eStück deutscher Geschichte aus dem Ersten Weltkrieg\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ANTIQUE GOWN","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57822093836675,"sku":null,"price":690.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0913\/1897\/6899\/files\/03-Messjacke-Luftschiff-1914.jpg?v=1776605678"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0913\/1897\/6899\/collections\/P1690091.jpg?v=1745756620","url":"https:\/\/www.antique-gown.com\/collections\/1914-1919-dresses.oembed","provider":"ANTIQUE GOWN","version":"1.0","type":"link"}