17th Nov, 2023 10:30 GMT/BST
Costume, Accessories & Textiles
2142
Mid 19th Century Baby and Toddler Gowns and Dresses comprising a white short sleeve gown with insertions of tatted lace to the bodice and skirt, between ruched and pleated bands,
another toddler white cotton dress, v-shaped bodice, ruched and flanked broderie anglaise, skirt apron copies this design with insertions and tiers,
later smocked silk dress with long sleeves,
a cream organdie dress with long sleeves, Irish lace insertions to bodice and skirt,
and a later christening gown with blue hand smocked bodice and zig zag embroidery to the hem, short sleeves,
three cream net bonnets with lace decoration, another with attached two tier shoulder capelet, a cream tatted bonnet,
and one volume, My Collection of Antique Baby Gowns by Annette Porteous, hardback,
(one box)
Annette Porteous Baby Bonnet and Gown Collection
Sold for £130
Estimated at £150 - £250
Gowns 22-25 and 27, My Collection of Antique Baby Gowns by Annette Porteous
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Auction: Costume, Accessories & Textiles, 17th Nov, 2023
An extraordinary treasure trove of antique and vintage millinery is to be auctioned in the Costume, Accessories and Textiles Sale. The Milliner’s Workroom was put together over 35 years by a lady in North Yorkshire and comprises hats from the early 20th century, antique and vintage millinery tools, accessories, and supplies including a dazzling array of feathers, ribbons, trims and more.
The sale will also include the attic contents of two large country houses in Scotland, comprising family collections of textiles, eastern textiles, costume, lace, accessories, linens and more, which have been packed away for several generations. The collections are:
The Contents of an Attic in Perthshire (Lots 2000-2045)
A Family Collection from Cullaloe House, Fife (Lots 2053-2158)
Millinery Section (Lots 2218-2321)
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Please note: a section of Designer Fashion will be included in the Antiques & Interiors Sale on 2 December. Click here for further details.
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Tuesday 14 November - Wednesday 15 November 10am-4pm, Thursday 16 November 10am-5pm and morning of sale from 7.30am
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