{"product_id":"bone-aplications-afternoon-dress-america-ca-1922","title":"Antique Afternoon Dress with Bone Appliqués, America, ca. 1922","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmerican Afternoon Dress with Bone Bead Embroidery, ca. 1922\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003ewhite cotton lawn afternoon dress\u003c\/strong\u003e, dating to \u003cstrong\u003eAmerica, ca. 1922\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a beautifully preserved example of early \u003cstrong\u003e1920s fashion\u003c\/strong\u003e—a period defined by light fabrics, relaxed silhouettes, and inventive surface decoration. The dress features a \u003cstrong\u003ewoven rough slub plaid\u003c\/strong\u003e, a \u003cstrong\u003ewide scoop neckline\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eshort sleeves\u003c\/strong\u003e, a \u003cstrong\u003edropped waist\u003c\/strong\u003e, and a softly \u003cstrong\u003egathered skirt\u003c\/strong\u003e, all hallmarks of transitional post‑Edwardian style. What sets this piece apart is its rare \u003cstrong\u003ebone bead embroidery\u003c\/strong\u003e, applied around the neckline, sleeve hems, and across the skirt—an unusual and striking embellishment that reflects the era’s fascination with handcrafted details and natural materials.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe bone appliqué work aligns with the broader cultural interest in artisanal decoration during the early Jazz Age, making this dress a compelling example for collectors of \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan role=\"button\" data-url=\"ca:\/\/s?q=Tell_me_more_about_antique_dresses\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003eantique dresses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan role=\"button\" data-url=\"ca:\/\/s?q=Learn_more_about_1920s_garments\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e1920s garments\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan role=\"button\" data-url=\"ca:\/\/s?q=Explain_historic_textiles\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003ehistoric textiles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e. Though \u003cstrong\u003eunlabeled\u003c\/strong\u003e, the craftsmanship and design strongly suggest American origin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStructurally, the dress remains in \u003cstrong\u003egood condition\u003c\/strong\u003e, with the cotton lawn still stable and wearable for display. Age‑related imperfections include overall \u003cstrong\u003eyellowing\u003c\/strong\u003e, some \u003cstrong\u003esoiling on the upper bodice\u003c\/strong\u003e at the chest and shoulder area, a \u003cstrong\u003edamaged bead\u003c\/strong\u003e at the front neckline, and \u003cstrong\u003emissing beading\u003c\/strong\u003e along the right sleeve hem. Small \u003cstrong\u003edark spots\u003c\/strong\u003e appear along the hemline—typical for antique white cotton garments of this period. Decorative items shown in photographs are not included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDespite these signs of age, the dress retains its charm, authenticity, and historical value. It stands as a delicate yet expressive example of \u003cstrong\u003eAmerican 1920s afternoon wear\u003c\/strong\u003e, enriched by its distinctive \u003cstrong\u003ebone bead appliqué\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ANTIQUE GOWN","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55558966477187,"sku":"","price":480.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0913\/1897\/6899\/files\/antikes_Nachmittagskleid_1922.jpg?v=1747082352","url":"https:\/\/www.antique-gown.com\/products\/bone-aplications-afternoon-dress-america-ca-1922","provider":"ANTIQUE GOWN","version":"1.0","type":"link"}