{"product_id":"antique-four-piece-edwardian-walking-dress-ca-1910-linen-lace-lady-gillman-provenance","title":"Antique Four‑Piece Edwardian Walking Dress ca. 1910 – Linen, Lace \u0026 Lady Gillman Provenance","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFour‑Piece Walking Dress, ca. 1910 – Linen, Lace \u0026amp; Lady Gillman Provenance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHistorical Context \u0026amp; Provenance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003efour‑piece Edwardian walking dress\u003c\/strong\u003e, dating to \u003cstrong\u003earound 1910\u003c\/strong\u003e, comes from the wardrobe of \u003cstrong\u003eLady Gillman (Caroline Grace Elizabeth Rube, 1883–1956)\u003c\/strong\u003e. As a member of a socially prominent London family, Lady Gillman wore garments that reflected both status and refined taste. The ensemble captures the elegance and practicality of Edwardian daywear at a moment when fashion was shifting toward lighter fabrics, softer silhouettes, and intricate decorative work. Its survival as a complete set makes it an unusually rare example of aristocratic outdoor fashion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaterials \u0026amp; Craftsmanship\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eskirt\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003elong, unstructured jacket\u003c\/strong\u003e are made of \u003cstrong\u003ecream‑colored linen\u003c\/strong\u003e, richly embellished with \u003cstrong\u003eembroidery\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ebobbin lace\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003ecut‑out work\u003c\/strong\u003e. These details lend the ensemble a fresh, summery character typical of ca. 1910 walking attire. Linen garments of this quality were often worn for garden parties, seaside promenades, or social visits during warmer months.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eblouse\u003c\/strong\u003e is particularly charming — a delicate piece of \u003cstrong\u003elace and net tulle\u003c\/strong\u003e, adding softness and femininity beneath the more structured linen layers. The \u003cstrong\u003ebelt\u003c\/strong\u003e is original to the ensemble; although it is currently too large for the waist measurement, it can be easily adjusted should one wish to wear this remarkable outfit. And yes — \u003cstrong\u003ethe ensemble is still wearable today\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe walking dress is preserved in \u003cstrong\u003egood to very good condition\u003c\/strong\u003e. The jacket and skirt show light signs of wear and storage, entirely typical for linen garments of this age. Both pieces could be cleaned very effectively, which would brighten the fabric and enhance the embroidery. The lace and tulle of the blouse remain stable and beautifully intact, further underscoring the ensemble’s quality and careful preservation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Silhouette\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTaken together, the four pieces illustrate the graceful \u003cstrong\u003eEdwardian silhouette\u003c\/strong\u003e just before fashion shifted toward the straighter lines of the 1910s. The long linen jacket falls softly over the figure, the walking skirt creates a narrow, elegant line, and the lace‑and‑tulle blouse adds a touch of delicacy. The belt completes the look, emphasizing the waist in classic Edwardian style. The interplay of linen, lace, and embroidery gives the ensemble a light, airy sophistication that feels unmistakably of its time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCollecting Significance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003eComplete Edwardian walking dresses are rare; complete ensembles with \u003cstrong\u003edocumented aristocratic provenance\u003c\/strong\u003e are rarer still. This set is ideal for collectors of \u003cstrong\u003eEdwardian fashion\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ehistoric textiles\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003emuseum‑quality garments\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its authenticity, condition, and provenance make it a standout addition to any serious collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003eMeasurements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlouse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul role=\"list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 54 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBust:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 86 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWaist:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 67 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSkirt\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul role=\"list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFront length:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 108 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBack length:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 110 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWaist:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 70 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJacket\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul role=\"list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 82 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Antique Gown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62671733162371,"sku":null,"price":890.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0913\/1897\/6899\/files\/01-antique-walking-dress-1910.jpg?v=1790014353","url":"https:\/\/www.antique-gown.com\/products\/antique-four-piece-edwardian-walking-dress-ca-1910-linen-lace-lady-gillman-provenance","provider":"ANTIQUE GOWN","version":"1.0","type":"link"}