1940s Hand Embroidered Gold Metal Thread Top designer-mr-blackwell when you stand still

when you stand still

Rarely do you find a ton of embellishment on one of his pieces

The color is a rich raspberry fuchsia and it is made of a medium weight wool

The dress is fully lined in a olive silky rayon and closes with a hidden set back zipper

Reference photos from the 2006 Metropolitan Museum exhibit "Anglomani"

1940s Hand Embroidered Gold Metal Thread Top designer-mr-blackwell when you stand stillThis is an amazing and early 1940s black crepe top that has a wonderful metallic thread embroidered detail at the neckline. The cut of the top is simple and sleek, with a straight cut through the body with just a hint of shape at the waist. At the neck, the embroidery work is exceptional. Using a combination of actual metal thread in two tones of gold, mixed with cream and pastels, the design is intricate and wonderful. It starts at the shoulder seams