#0206   Liberty Evening Jacket   c. 1935 

  England     


Materials:
Nude silk crepe chiffon, brown silk velvet, fawn plush velvet, round and elongated faux pearls, rhinestones, glass bugle beads in 2 sizes in silver, pink and crystal,  graduated sequins in iridescent pink and mother of pearl.

Label: Woven yellow on cream silk: " LIBERTY & Co. Ltd. Regent St. London"

Condition: Excellent. Tiny hole on one shoulder and a small stain on left front side; fabrics and beading in excellent condition. 

Measurements:  Sh-Sh, 14"; Slv L, 14.5"; Jacket L, 17".

Comments: Liberty & Co. has had a reputation for artistic, unusually fine garments and fabrics since it was founded in 1875. This evening jacket supports that reputation. In nearly flawless condition, the beadwork is an artistic medley of texture and glittering design. Truly a work of art!