{"product_id":"antique-1911-wedding-reception-ensemble-by-reville-rossiter-london-lady-gillman-provenance","title":"Antique 1911 Wedding \u0026 Reception Ensemble by Reville \u0026 Rossiter London, Lady Gillman Provenance","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\u003e1911 Wedding \u0026amp; Reception Ensemble by Reville \u0026amp; Rossiter, Hanover Square, London\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eLady Gillman Provenance - Original Box - Wedding Shoes by Hook, Knowles \u0026amp; Co.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn exceptional and highly important wedding ensemble dating to \u003cstrong\u003e1911\u003c\/strong\u003e, comprising an elegant reception gown by the celebrated London couture house \u003cstrong\u003eReville \u0026amp; Rossiter\u003c\/strong\u003e, together with the matching wedding shoes, gloves, stockings and original Reville \u0026amp; Rossiter presentation box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA handwritten note preserved with the ensemble reads:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Dress I wore to reception Claridge's on our wedding day, 8th February 1911.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ensemble is accompanied by the provenance of \u003cstrong\u003eLady Gillman\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing a rare and intimate connection to an identified Edwardian bride and her wedding celebrations at the famous \u003cstrong\u003eClaridge's Hotel, London\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eReville \u0026amp; Rossiter – Court Dressmakers to Queen Mary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in \u003cstrong\u003e1906\u003c\/strong\u003e by designer \u003cstrong\u003eWilliam Reville\u003c\/strong\u003e and his business partner \u003cstrong\u003eMiss Rossiter\u003c\/strong\u003e, Reville \u0026amp; Rossiter rapidly became one of London's most exclusive couture houses. Operating from prestigious \u003cstrong\u003eHanover Square\u003c\/strong\u003e, the firm catered to aristocratic and royal clientele and earned a \u003cstrong\u003eRoyal Warrant as Court Dressmakers to Queen Mary in 1910\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheir reputation was firmly established when, in \u003cstrong\u003e1911\u003c\/strong\u003e, they designed \u003cstrong\u003eQueen Mary's Coronation Robe and Coronation Dress\u003c\/strong\u003e for the coronation of King George V. Following this appointment, Reville \u0026amp; Rossiter became one of the most sought-after names in British high society, renowned for their luxurious craftsmanship, refined silhouettes and exquisite handwork. Surviving examples today are held in important museum collections including the \u003cstrong\u003eVictoria and Albert Museum\u003c\/strong\u003e and the \u003cstrong\u003eRoyal Collection Trust\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe present gown was created during the firm's most celebrated period and represents the height of Edwardian luxury dressmaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eThe Reception Gown\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCrafted from sumptuous \u003cstrong\u003ecream satin silk\u003c\/strong\u003e, the gown features an elegant woven scrolling \u003cstrong\u003eshamrock design\u003c\/strong\u003e, a motif particularly fashionable in the years surrounding the coronation era. The dress is lavishly decorated with a variety of delicate laces, faux pearls and sparkling paste stones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bodice retains its original internal structure with boning and the original \u003cstrong\u003eReville \u0026amp; Rossiter\u003c\/strong\u003e label. The back is beautifully draped and gathered, extending into a trained skirt weighted at the hem to ensure graceful movement and elegant presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts refined silhouette perfectly embodies the transition from the late Edwardian period toward the emerging fashions of the early 1910s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eIncluded in the Lot\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReception gown by \u003cstrong\u003eReville \u0026amp; Rossiter\u003c\/strong\u003e, Hanover Square, London\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal \u003cstrong\u003eReville \u0026amp; Rossiter\u003c\/strong\u003e presentation\/storage box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePair of wedding shoes by \u003cstrong\u003eHook, Knowles \u0026amp; Co., Makers to the Royal Family\u003c\/strong\u003e, New Bond Street, London\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal stockings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUndergarment \/ petticoat by\u003cstrong\u003e Reville \u0026amp; Rossiter\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe survival of an almost complete wedding ensemble together with its original box and documented provenance is exceptionally rare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eWedding Shoes by Hook, Knowles \u0026amp; Co.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe accompanying bridal shoes are crafted from fine ivory silk and embellished with glass bugle beads, sequins and decorative bows. They retain their original gilt-printed maker's label:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"HOOK, KNOWLES \u0026amp; CO LTD \/ MAKERS TO THE ROYAL FAMILY \/ 66 \u0026amp; 65 NEW BOND ST \/ LONDON\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHook, Knowles \u0026amp; Co. ranked among London's most prestigious shoemakers and held the distinction of supplying footwear to members of the Royal Family. Surviving examples of their work are preserved in the Victoria and Albert Museum, confirming the firm's importance within the luxury footwear trade of late Victorian and Edwardian Britain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eDress\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExterior:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very good overall condition for age. The silk remains remarkably strong and attractive with only a few minor age-related discolorations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterior:\u003c\/strong\u003e Typical wear to the silk foundation fabric and lining, particularly within the bodice. Some deterioration is present to the silk underskirt and internal silk components. Original construction remains intact and stable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eShoes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall very good condition. Silk remains stable and the beadwork appears complete. Minor age-related wear consistent with careful use and long-term storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eAccessories\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStockings, petticoat and original box show expected signs of age and storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eHistorical Significance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis remarkable ensemble combines three highly desirable factors for collectors and museums:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn identified wearer (\u003cstrong\u003eLady Gillman\u003c\/strong\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect wedding-day provenance with documented use at \u003cstrong\u003eClaridge's, London\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGarments produced by two Royal Warrant holders, \u003cstrong\u003eReville \u0026amp; Rossiter\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eHook, Knowles \u0026amp; Co.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a nearly complete Edwardian wedding ensemble preserved with its original accessories and original couture box, it represents an extraordinarily rare survival of British aristocratic dress from the coronation year of \u003cstrong\u003e1911\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWithout shoe trees.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Antique Gown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62744817893763,"sku":null,"price":1980.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0913\/1897\/6899\/files\/02-antique-Reville-Rossiter-dress-edwardian-1911.jpg?v=1791134126","url":"https:\/\/www.antique-gown.com\/products\/antique-1911-wedding-reception-ensemble-by-reville-rossiter-london-lady-gillman-provenance","provider":"ANTIQUE GOWN","version":"1.0","type":"link"}