{"product_id":"antique-edwardian-petticoat-1911-lady-gillman-bridal-trousseau","title":"Antique Edwardian Petticoat 1911  - Lady Gillman Bridal Trousseau","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\na {\n    text-decoration: none;\n    color: #464feb;\n}\ntr th, tr td {\n    border: 1px solid #e6e6e6;\n}\ntr th {\n    background-color: #f5f5f5;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAntique Edwardian Petticoat from the Trousseau of Lady Gillman, ca. 1911\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExquisite Bridal Trousseau Petticoat with Embroidery, Lacework and Provenance to Lady Gillman\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis beautiful \u003cstrong\u003eEdwardian petticoat\u003c\/strong\u003e, dating to approximately \u003cstrong\u003e1911\u003c\/strong\u003e, originates from the wedding trousseau of \u003cstrong\u003eLady Gillman\u003c\/strong\u003e. Combining luxurious materials with delicate handwork, it is an elegant example of the refined undergarments worn by fashionable women during the late Edwardian period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe upper section is crafted from fine \u003cstrong\u003ewhite silk\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing both comfort and elegance. An interior pocket is incorporated into the design, reflecting the practical considerations often found in high-quality garments of the era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lower portion is constructed from lightweight \u003cstrong\u003ewhite cotton\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing the garment to drape gracefully while maintaining its intended silhouette beneath dresses and gowns. Two layered \u003cstrong\u003eruffles (flounces)\u003c\/strong\u003e decorate the lower half. The lower flounce is comparatively simple in design and finished with a beautifully scalloped lace edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe upper flounce is particularly impressive and richly embellished with elaborate \u003cstrong\u003ewhitework embroidery\u003c\/strong\u003e. Delicate \u003cstrong\u003edaisies\u003c\/strong\u003e have been embroidered to form a continuous floral wreath. At the center of each flower, the blossom is enhanced through an ingenious lace insertion, creating a striking \"flower-within-a-flower\" effect. This sophisticated combination of embroidery and lacework demonstrates the exceptional craftsmanship associated with luxury bridal linens and trousseau garments of the early twentieth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe edge of the upper flounce is further enriched with lace trim, adding movement, texture, and feminine elegance to the piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEdwardian Bridal Trousseaux and Luxury Lingerie\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDuring the Edwardian era, a bride's \u003cstrong\u003etrousseau\u003c\/strong\u003e represented an important part of her marriage preparations. Fine petticoats such as this one were often hand-finished and decorated with costly embroidery, lace, and silk components. Beyond their practical function, they reflected social status, personal taste, and the high standards of domestic craftsmanship expected of upper-class households.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExamples with documented provenance are becoming increasingly difficult to find, making garments from identified bridal trousseaux especially desirable to collectors of \u003cstrong\u003eantique fashion\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eEdwardian clothing\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ehistoric textiles\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003evintage lingerie\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGood Antique Condition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe petticoat remains in attractive wearable and display condition. There are a few small holes and several period repairs consistent with age and use. These minor imperfections have little impact on the overall appearance and do not detract from the exceptional decorative quality of the garment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe embroidery, lacework, and overall structure remain highly appealing, allowing the piece to continue serving as a wonderful example of Edwardian textile artistry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta content=\"text\/html; charset=us-ascii\" http-equiv=\"Content-Type\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\na {\n    text-decoration: none;\n    color: #464feb;\n}\ntr th, tr td {\n    border: 1px solid #e6e6e6;\n}\ntr th {\n    background-color: #f5f5f5;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWaist:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately \u003cstrong\u003e80 cm (31.5 inches)\u003c\/strong\u003e, measured flat\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately \u003cstrong\u003e85 cm (33.5 inches)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProvenance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFrom the wedding trousseau of Lady Gillman.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe documented connection to Lady Gillman adds an additional layer of historical significance and desirability, providing a tangible link to the social history and traditions of the Edwardian upper classes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA Rare Survivor of Edwardian Elegance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCombining \u003cstrong\u003efine silk\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ewhitework embroidery\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003elace insertions\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003efloral daisy motifs\u003c\/strong\u003e, and distinguished provenance, this charming petticoat embodies the elegance and craftsmanship of the Edwardian period. It is a delightful collector's piece and a rare survivor from a carefully assembled bridal trousseau dating to the years immediately before the First World War.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Antique Gown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62708814545283,"sku":null,"price":180.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0913\/1897\/6899\/files\/01-antique-petticoat-edwardian-1911.jpg?v=1790498703","url":"https:\/\/www.antique-gown.com\/de\/products\/antique-edwardian-petticoat-1911-lady-gillman-bridal-trousseau","provider":"ANTIQUE GOWN","version":"1.0","type":"link"}