Antique Victorian Visiting Ensemble, ca. 1883 #antikerhut At one point it was

At one point it was the oldest department store in America

tailored to match the outer layer—an increasingly rare survival that underscores the completeness of the ensemble

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The wax remains exceptionally well-preserved

This beautiful Alsatian lace bonnet

Antique Victorian Visiting Ensemble, ca. 1883 #antikerhut At one point it wasA Study in Burgundy Victorian Visiting Ensemble, ca. 1883 In the late 19th century, the visiting gown occupied a unique place in the wardrobe of the discerning Victorian woman. Intended for afternoon social calls, it conveyed refinement without extravagance balancing restraint with sartorial sophistication. This remarkable three piece visiting ensemble, dating to circa 1883, is fashioned from sumptuous burgundy silk. Its rich hue alone sets it apart,