Antique 1910s White Battenburg or Princess Tape Lace Bridal Dress Jacket Gold_Silk_Dress falling to just below the

falling to just below the hip

The key feature however is undoubtedly the magnificently structured mermaid style fishtail hem

This beautiful peice is remarkably well preserved and has only minimal restorative darning work which is barely visible on the collar and at two points on the bodice

At the back

Antique 1910s White Battenburg or Princess Tape Lace Bridal Dress Jacket Gold_Silk_Dress falling to just below theThis exquisite 1900 1910s white battenburg or princess tape lace dress jacket is of exceptional quality and craftsmanship and is increasingly scare in this condition. The entire piece is made up of handmade tape lace, a unique style of lace making that was introduced at the end of the 19th century. In particular, Belgium lace incorporated floral and leaf patterns into the intricate designs and it is reputed to be called princess lace because the