Rare Antique Silk and Gilt Thread Embroidered Apron : C18th England European silk brocade nothing at all noticeable or

nothing at all noticeable or detrimental to this lovely piece

In antique condition with an overall patina of age and some foxing marks

a tiny pair of fine gold gilt embroidered blue leather children’s slippers dating from the 19th century Ottoman era and still with the silver printed stamp of the shop which reads “

A very rare find

Rare Antique Silk and Gilt Thread Embroidered Apron : C18th England European silk brocade nothing at all noticeable orAn amazing find! A rare survivor from the 18th century, this incredible hand embroidered silk and gilt thread apron. This is not an apron as we think of them today, but was worn as a decorative layer on top of a dress costume, which added interest and pattern. This is a highly skilled piece of embroidery aprons and other decorative textiles were made solely to display an 18th century woman's prowess with the needle. The large scale of the symmetrical