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Fri, May 29, 2026 11:00AM EDT
Lot 394

Late Victorian Crazy Quilt Silk and Velvet Patchwork Skirt with Lace Ruffles

Estimate: $30 - $10,000

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Price Bid Increment
$0 $10
$100 $25
$500 $50
$1,500 $100
$3,000 $250
$5,000 $1,000
$10,000 $2,500
$50,000 $5,000
This textile item is a late Victorian era garment, dating approximately from 1880 to 1910, constructed using the crazy quilt technique. The piece features an assortment of irregularly shaped patches composed of silk, satin, and velvet in a palette of deep plum, burnt orange, and forest green, interspersed with multi-colored striped ribbons. The patches are joined with decorative hand-embroidery including feather, brier, and chain stitching in various contrasting thread colors. Cream-colored floral lace appliqués are stitched onto select velvet panels. The lower section of the garment consists of layered, tiered ruffles of wide, scalloped black machine-made lace. A white paper string tag is attached to the exterior. No interior labels or maker marks are visible.

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