Silk Velvet Two-Piece Dress Ensemble Trimmed with Fur, 1900

This ensemble is from the Tasha Tudor Collection of the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation. Tasha Tudor (nee Starling Burgess, 1915-2008) was a writer and illustrator of children's books, including Mother Goose and Corgiville Fair. The idyllic, 19th century world she painted in her books was the lifestyle she pursued: for much of her adult life Tudor lived on New England farms, weaving, tending to animals, baking bread, and collecting, mending, and wearing centuries-old clothing. For detailed biography, see Jeanette Chandler Knazek, "Tasha Tudor," Tashatudorandfamily.com.
Purple silk velvet two-piece dress ensemble including a fitted riding jacket faced with lavender silk satin jacquard, gathered cap fitted sleeves, all trimmed in brown fur around lapels, sleeves, and bottom hemline; paired with matching purple silk velvet skirt with center back pocket and striped taffeta lining with ruffled hemline.
Unlabeled
Size Label: N/A
Accession No.: 1998-242, a & b

Approximate Measurements:
Shoulders: 12.5"
Chest: 33"
Waist: 25"
Length (high shoulder point to hem): 17"
Sleeve (center back neck to hem): 35"

SKIRT
Waist: 25"
Hips: 45"
Length (side waist band to hem): 45.5"
Deaccessioned by the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation, Proceeds to Benefit the Acquisition Fund

Condition:The overall condition is very good structurally with the following:Structural Issues: The jacket has some very minor wear under each of the arms in the lining. The skirt has several areas where the pile of the velvet has been depressed, mostly down the center front and all along the hemline but still fully intact. the center back lining of the skirt is starting to pull away from the waistband near the back closure. Split/Separated Seams: The left sleeve has some popped stitches in the lining at the top of the armhole. Losses: The fur has some slight losses on the front left lapel. The collar appears to have a missing element which is indicated by loose threads still attached near the top (perhaps lace?). The jacket doesn't have a closure but does have hooks that attach to the skirt and while looking at the skirt, it is possible there are missing hooks for attachment. Soiling/Spots: The lining of the jacket collar is moderately soiled due to wear. The remaining jacket lining is lightly soiled due to wear. The skirt hemline lining is moderately soiled but intact. Everything is sold 'As Is'. The stated overall condition of the lot is based on the assumption that the wear is consistent with age and use. The absence of any reference to the condition of a lot does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. All other condition issues are stated above. To request additional working condition photos, please email couturecr@hindmanauctions.com with the lot number. Condition is a matter of opinion of the evaluator and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Clients must review and agree to the Conditions of Sale before participating in an auction.