Woven Silk Robe; Aubergine & Silver-Gilt dirndl skirt Created from a length of

Created from a length of opulent early 1800s French silk damask in a rich raspberry merlot shade

The lace is in immaculate shape

Collar circumference

A toile of fanciful scrolling florals and fruits in pale apricots and soft olive greens on a creamy  buttermilk ground

Embellished with claret 19th century French silk passementerie braids and tassels

Woven Silk Robe; Aubergine & Silver-Gilt dirndl skirt Created from a length ofA long generously cut dressing robe or duster coat with patch pockets and wide sleeves. Can be worn loose, or drawn in at at the waist with the long sash, finished with silky tassels. Supple fluid lightweight silk with a woven motif design in silver gilt on a dark lavender and aubergine ground. More elaborate banded accents and borders in the same tones. Created from a carefully selected vintage silk sari. Lined with a wonderfully tactile silk