{"title":"Antique Umbrellas","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAntique Parasols \u0026amp; Umbrellas in Victorian and Edwardian Fashion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVictorian and Edwardian \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan role=\"button\" data-url=\"ca:\/\/s?q=Tell_me_more_about_antique_parasols\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003eantique parasols\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan role=\"button\" data-url=\"ca:\/\/s?q=Tell_me_more_about_antique_umbrellas\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003eantique umbrellas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e were refined \u003cstrong\u003eaccessories\u003c\/strong\u003e that blended elegance, etiquette, and practicality. As \u003cstrong\u003eworn items or pieces\u003c\/strong\u003e, they displayed exquisite \u003cstrong\u003efeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e—silk canopies, lace inserts, carved ivory handles—that reflected the aesthetics of \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan role=\"button\" data-url=\"ca:\/\/s?q=Explain_antique_fashion\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003eantique fashion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e and the social standing of their owners. These \u003cstrong\u003eantique items\u003c\/strong\u003e survive today as \u003cstrong\u003eoriginal\u003c\/strong\u003e examples of craftsmanship, admired for their artistry and their role in shaping a lady’s public presence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eParasols offered shade and modesty, while larger carriage umbrellas provided privacy during travel, each representing a \u003cstrong\u003edifferent style\u003c\/strong\u003e within the same tradition of refinement. Whether crafted from fine cotton, ruffled silk, or decorative lace, these objects complemented period \u003cstrong\u003eclothing\u003c\/strong\u003e and expressed personal taste. Many of the \u003cstrong\u003ebest\u003c\/strong\u003e preserved examples now appear in \u003cstrong\u003emuseum\u003c\/strong\u003e displays or private \u003cstrong\u003ecollections\u003c\/strong\u003e, valued as \u003cstrong\u003evintage\u003c\/strong\u003e treasures in good condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eToday, collectors appreciate these graceful objects not only for their beauty but also for the stories they tell—of etiquette, elegance, and the evolving lives of women across centuries.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"1850-stroll-umbrella-antique-umbrella-antique-parasol-victorian-umbrella-victorian-parasol-antiker-schirm-accessories","title":"Stroll Umbrella, ca. 1850","description":"\u003cp\u003eStrolling umbrella from England, ca. 1850: Plate, i.e. when the umbrella is stretched out, it is very flat. The umbrella leaf is made of purple silk. Decorated with fringes at the edges. Inner cover made of white silk. Wooden handle, umbrella tip made of bone. This is also decorated with fringes. In good condition. There are a few small tears in the purple silk. Rare to find.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLength: ~ 60 cm \u003cbr\u003eDiameter: ~ 50 cm\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mein Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55340867748227,"sku":"","price":360.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0913\/1897\/6899\/files\/63143846-il_fullxfull.5731182574_jvm2.jpg?v=1745560477"},{"product_id":"1870s-antique-umbrella-antique-parasol-stroll-umbrella-carriage-parasol-antiker-schirm-flanierschirm-kutschenschirm","title":"Stroll Umbrella, 1870s","description":"Rare carriage or stroll umbrella, 1870s. Handle and tip are made of leg. The umbrella is foldable, so it could be conveniently stowed in a carriage - or in a side pocket of a touring dress. Modern-looking design of the covered silk. Colorful and black squares have been woven in here. Crocheted fringe at the top of the umbrella and as a border. In very good condition. Tiny tears in the silk at the top of the umbrella (not visible as covered by the crocheted fringes).","brand":"Mein Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55340869419395,"sku":"","price":480.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0913\/1897\/6899\/files\/b287dfe9-il_fullxfull.6339604616_7d9g.jpg?v=1744863780"},{"product_id":"1850-stroll-umbrella-antique-umbrella-antique-parasol-victorian-umbrella-victorian-parasol-antiker-schirm-accessories-1","title":"Stroll Umbrella, ca. 1850","description":"\u003cp\u003eStrolling umbrella from England, ca. 1850. The umbrella leaf is made of green silk. Decorated with appliqués in a jagged shape. Inner covering of silk. Wooden handle, umbrella tip made of bone. A small tassel is attached to the handle. In good condition. The green silk shows signs of age and use. The inner silk is stained and partially torn. Rare to find.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLength: ~ 63 cm \u003cbr\u003eDiameter: ~ 47 cm\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mein Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55340869943683,"sku":"","price":380.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0913\/1897\/6899\/files\/e46c1592-il_fullxfull.6287402045_bf1n.jpg?v=1744863777"},{"product_id":"brussels-bobbin-applique-lace-parasol-ca-1870","title":"Brussels Bobbin Appliqué Lace Parasol, ca. 1870","description":"\u003cp\u003eA Good Brussels Bobbin Appliqué Lace Folding Parasol, the motifs mounted on black silk. Lined in cream silk. The frame, of bone, is carved from the end to the central point where the brass ring covers the hinging mechanism. The floral carving, quite deep, is designed to meander around the lower section. Lined in fine cream silk with good working action, and no splits to the silk. Overall length when extended, approx. 22.75 inches or 58 cm. In very good order. Maybe the tip of the parasol is missing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ANTIQUE GOWN","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55453466460547,"sku":"","price":440.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0913\/1897\/6899\/files\/2_antique_brussels_bobin_lace_parasol_1870.jpg?v=1745739570"},{"product_id":"empire-parasol-ca-1820","title":"Empire Parasol, ca. 1820","description":"\u003cp\u003eVery rare stroll umbrella from the late Empire or early Biedermeier period, ca. 1820. Origin: France. The rails are made of wood and hand-forged metal. The stick and the handle are made of mahogany wood. The umbrella is hinged and lockable with a brass cartouche. The tip is made of bone; one part appears to be missing. Brown fringes. For the age: in good to very good condition. We have not fully stretched the umbrella - hence the clothespin. The decoration is not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLength: ~ 80 cm\u003cbr\u003eDiameter when opened: ~ 55 cm\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ANTIQUE GOWN","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55453474881923,"sku":"","price":320.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0913\/1897\/6899\/files\/antique-empire-umbrella-1820.jpg?v=1745735320"},{"product_id":"parasol-1920s","title":"Parasol, 1920s","description":"\u003cp\u003eMaterial: Bakelite, silk, wood, cord handle\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: England\u003cbr\u003eCondition: excellent\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLength: 80 cm \u003cbr\u003eDiameter: 60 cm\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ANTIQUE GOWN","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55453481140611,"sku":"","price":290.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0913\/1897\/6899\/files\/13_antique_umbrella_1920.jpg?v=1745739531"},{"product_id":"lace-parasol-cover-ca-1910","title":"Antique Lace Parasol Cover, ca. 1910","description":"\u003cp\u003eAt the turn of the century, black lace covers were pulled over elegant cream-colored silk flannelette umbrellas. This is one such lace cover. There is a prefabricated hole in the center for the tip of the umbrella. In excellent condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiameter: ~ 100 cm\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ANTIQUE GOWN","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56051420955011,"sku":null,"price":110.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0913\/1897\/6899\/files\/antiker_Schirm_Bezug_1910.jpg?v=1753112893"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0913\/1897\/6899\/collections\/IMG_1810.jpg?v=1745787137","url":"https:\/\/www.antique-gown.com\/collections\/umbrellas.oembed","provider":"ANTIQUE GOWN","version":"1.0","type":"link"}