Reserved for Tusia Edwardian Cotton Gauze Tea Dress with Lace Details c.1905–1915

Reserved for Tusia Edwardian Cotton Gauze Tea Dress with Lace Details c.1905–1915A delicate and wearable Edwardian cotton tea dress dating to the early 20th century, circa 19051915. Made from a light, semi sheer cotton gauze, this dress represents a more informal, everyday style of the Edwardian period, intended to be worn loosely over a slip rather than tightly fitted to the body. The overall effect is soft, airy and effortless, with beautiful period detailing throughout. The dress features a high neckline with fine crochet style

Brilliant poppy-red hand-knit Trachten cardigan with beautifully textured stitching and appliqué Edelweiss flowers in thick wool yarn — two smaller blooms at the front and one large motif at the back

which does not detract from the piece and instead adds a gentle patina consistent with age

The embroidery depicts delicate poppies

consistent with period and technique

It has a cropped

The embroidery is worked on a dark textile ground and framed with a delicate beaded edge

and very much a garment designed to be felt as much as worn

even wear consistent with age

this garment should be professionally dry cleaned only

giving more room through the chest than a simple straight slip

The painterly floral pattern in vivid vermilion

The neckline is softly scooped and finished with fine lace trim