{"product_id":"scott-evening-dress-liverpool-ca-1890","title":"SCOTT Antique Silk Evening Gown, Liverpool, ca. 1890","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis elegant \u003cstrong\u003ecream‑colored, almost white evening dress\u003c\/strong\u003e, worn in \u003cstrong\u003eEngland around 1890\u003c\/strong\u003e, may well have served as a \u003cstrong\u003ewedding dress\u003c\/strong\u003e given its refined color palette and luxurious materials. Labeled \u003cstrong\u003eE. Scott, Liverpool\u003c\/strong\u003e, the ensemble reflects the high‑quality craftsmanship of late \u003cstrong\u003eVictorian dressmaking\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe two‑piece gown consists of a beautifully tailored \u003cstrong\u003ebodice\u003c\/strong\u003e and a matching \u003cstrong\u003eskirt\u003c\/strong\u003e, both made from richly woven \u003cstrong\u003esilk fabric\u003c\/strong\u003e featuring subtle \u003cstrong\u003efloral patterns\u003c\/strong\u003e worked directly into the weave. The bodice has \u003cstrong\u003eelbow‑length sleeves\u003c\/strong\u003e finished with striking \u003cstrong\u003epurple and gray velvet cuffs\u003c\/strong\u003e, which also frame the \u003cstrong\u003eU‑shaped neckline\u003c\/strong\u003e. The neckline is further enhanced with \u003cstrong\u003elace on the inside\u003c\/strong\u003e, adding softness and depth to the silhouette. The bodice closes at the back, while the front buttons serve a \u003cstrong\u003edecorative purpose\u003c\/strong\u003e, typical of the period.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eskirt\u003c\/strong\u003e is finely \u003cstrong\u003epleated\u003c\/strong\u003e and extends into a graceful \u003cstrong\u003etrain\u003c\/strong\u003e, creating the elegant lines associated with late 19th‑century evening wear. Two ribbons of different lengths adorn the back of the skirt, while \u003cstrong\u003elace trim\u003c\/strong\u003e embellishes the hem. The skirt also features an \u003cstrong\u003eelasticated waist\u003c\/strong\u003e, a practical and unusual detail for the era.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe dress is in \u003cstrong\u003every good to excellent condition\u003c\/strong\u003e, with only minimal signs of age: subtle wear to the velvet, a few minor stains, and very light overall aging. These small imperfections do not detract from the garment’s beauty or display value. Jewelry shown in photographs is not included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA refined and beautifully preserved example of \u003cstrong\u003eVictorian evening fashion\u003c\/strong\u003e, ideal for collectors of \u003cstrong\u003eantique silk gowns\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ehistoric textiles\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003emuseum‑quality garments\u003c\/strong\u003e with documented provenance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChest: ~ 84 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWaist: ~ 66 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLength front: ~ 140 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLength back: ~ 170 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ANTIQUE GOWN","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55378298470787,"sku":"","price":920.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0913\/1897\/6899\/files\/antique-evening-dress-1890.jpg?v=1745173461","url":"https:\/\/www.antique-gown.com\/products\/scott-evening-dress-liverpool-ca-1890","provider":"ANTIQUE GOWN","version":"1.0","type":"link"}