THERESE BLANCHET Antique Elegant Day Dress, Paris, ca. 1912 #afternoon-dress It could have been made

It could have been made by someone who took extra care to crochet each stitch carefully

The pouch survives in very good to excellent condition

This is the first time in all these years that we see such an inside pocket for an umbrella

the original khaki shoe string laces for closure and stacked wooden cube heels

this piece is a highly desirable addition for collectors of Empire‑period clothing

THERESE BLANCHET Antique Elegant Day Dress, Paris, ca. 1912 #afternoon-dress It could have been madeThis elegant antique pink silk dress, dating to around 1912 and bearing the Parisian label Thrse Blanchet, is a refined example of early 20thcentury couture. Made from loosely woven wild silk, the fabrics delicate texture conveys a sense of lightness and sophistication characteristic of the prewar Parisian aesthetic. As a onepiece garment, it showcases balanced detailing and exceptional craftsmanship. Dresses of this type were famously favored by