1940s/1950s Antique 1800s Repurposed Quilt Dress & Jacket George Oehrlein Two Piece Set
1940s/1950s Antique 1800s Repurposed Quilt Dress & Jacket George Oehrlein Two Piece Set
Info:
♥ Circa: 40s/50s, made with an antique 1870s era quilt
♥ Label: George Oehrlein Fine Clothes
♥ Color: Multi
♥ Condition: Very good vintage condition considering the age of the material. Both pieces are structurally sound and wearable. There are various areas of age spots and discoloration, with ivory having yellowed a bit overall in general. Interior linings have some discoloration with armpit repairs, but none of this is seen when worn.
Details:
♥ Unique, rare late 40s/early 50s era dress and jacket set by George Oehrlein
♥ Comprised of an antique quilt, approximately 1870s era with a blue and beige/ivory design
♥ Dress is lined in bodice only, jacket is fully lined
♥ Side metal lightning zipper closure on dress, jacket has no closures and is an open front style
Measurements:
Dress-
Bust: 32” armpit to armpit, there is some darting at the front that might be able to accommodate some more cup room
Waist: 26.5”
Hips: 41”
Length: 52”
Jacket-
Bust: 36”
Waist: 33”
Length: 18.5”
Sleeve Length: 17” from seam
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All garments are measured flat, then doubled for the bust, waist, and hips.
Every item is in vintage condition, with any flaws listed in the description. Please keep in mind slight signs of wear at times are inevitable, but we do our best to list and photograph any that we find.
Condition Chart:
Mint: As new, with absolutely no flaws or wear.
Excellent: Used, with no noticeable flaws.
Very Good: Used, with minor flaws, no repairs needed.
Good: Visible wear, minor flaws and/or optional repairs needed.
Fair: Numerous flaws, repairs needed, fragile.
Poor: Extensive damage. For display or study only.
****Chart provided courtesy of the Vintage Fashion Guild. Use or display does not require or imply VFG membership.