{"product_id":"antique-victorian-paisley-dolman-ca-1880","title":"Antique Victorian Paisley Dolman, ca. 1880","description":"\u003ch4\u003eAntique Victorian Paisley Dolman, ca. 1880 – A Tapestry of Elegance and Heritage\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis remarkable \u003cem\u003eVictorian dolman\u003c\/em\u003e from around 1880 is a masterwork of textile artistry and social symbolism. Woven from wool in a richly detailed paisley pattern, it reflects the era’s fascination with exotic motifs and the transformation of luxurious shawls into fashionable outerwear. The \u003cstrong\u003eantique dolman\u003c\/strong\u003e - an elegant hybrid of cape and coat - was designed to complement the bustle silhouette, draping gracefully in front while hugging the back to accentuate the sculpted lines of the skirt beneath.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInspired by the military garments of Hungarian hussars and Ottoman dolamans, this style became a hallmark of upper-class fashion. It required no freedom of movement, making it ideal for social visits and promenades - garments of presence rather than practicality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesign Details:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChenille fringe trims the edges, adding texture and movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaize-blossom rosettes crafted from cord adorn the back, while looped cord embellishments grace both sides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShort sleeves with velvet cuffs offer a refined contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInterior lining of deep red silk enhances the richness of the garment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHook-and-eye closure ensures a discreet and elegant fastening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFront length: ~ 195 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBack length: ~ 75 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShoulder width: ~ 38 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvenance: Released from the holdings of an American museum, this \u003cstrong\u003eantique dolman\u003c\/strong\u003e is in excellent condition - a rare survivor of its kind, preserving the grace and grandeur of Victorian society in every stitch.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ANTIQUE GOWN","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56121379717507,"sku":null,"price":880.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0913\/1897\/6899\/files\/01-Antique-Victorian-Velvet-Dolman-1880.jpg?v=1753964146","url":"https:\/\/www.antique-gown.com\/products\/antique-victorian-paisley-dolman-ca-1880","provider":"ANTIQUE GOWN","version":"1.0","type":"link"}