1840s Block Printed Wrapper Dress

$800.00

An incredibly special and rare piece, the block printed lobed diamonds, branched florals and leaves are more vibrant than can be believed in this nearly 200 year old wrapper dress.
With double ruched band at neckline and deep cartridge pleats at back, the details on this piece are exceptional.

Entirely hand sewn with minute exact stitches.
Truly a once in a lifetime heirloom.

D E T A I L S
Untagged size
Ruched neckline
Cartridge pleats on back
Hook and eye closures

Measurements laid flat:
Pit to pit: 19”
Shoulder to hem: 58”
Shoulder to shoulder: 18”
Waist: 19”
Sleeve length: 8”
Armscye: 5.5”
Full body of skirt: 57”


Model reference:
Leney is 5’ 4” tall
38” bust
26” waist

C O N D I T I O N
A small hole around one of the closures on the skirt. A few small spots of discoloration on the skirt of the dress. Can be worn with care.


⋒ This is a vintage piece, all photos have been taken in natural light and with limited editing to reflect its condition. Please keep in mind all antique pieces have little imperfections and reflect the story and charm of the piece.

⋒ This find will ship to you within one week of purchasing. International and combined shipping is available, please contact us via instagram DM at @Folkling for a personalized shipping quote.

—☽☼— All sales are final —☼☽—

We want you to love your vintage finds, so please look through the photos and read the listing description carefully and feel free to ask any and all questions before purchasing, as we do not accept returns.

Thank you for understanding!

An incredibly special and rare piece, the block printed lobed diamonds, branched florals and leaves are more vibrant than can be believed in this nearly 200 year old wrapper dress.
With double ruched band at neckline and deep cartridge pleats at back, the details on this piece are exceptional.

Entirely hand sewn with minute exact stitches.
Truly a once in a lifetime heirloom.

D E T A I L S
Untagged size
Ruched neckline
Cartridge pleats on back
Hook and eye closures

Measurements laid flat:
Pit to pit: 19”
Shoulder to hem: 58”
Shoulder to shoulder: 18”
Waist: 19”
Sleeve length: 8”
Armscye: 5.5”
Full body of skirt: 57”


Model reference:
Leney is 5’ 4” tall
38” bust
26” waist

C O N D I T I O N
A small hole around one of the closures on the skirt. A few small spots of discoloration on the skirt of the dress. Can be worn with care.


⋒ This is a vintage piece, all photos have been taken in natural light and with limited editing to reflect its condition. Please keep in mind all antique pieces have little imperfections and reflect the story and charm of the piece.

⋒ This find will ship to you within one week of purchasing. International and combined shipping is available, please contact us via instagram DM at @Folkling for a personalized shipping quote.

—☽☼— All sales are final —☼☽—

We want you to love your vintage finds, so please look through the photos and read the listing description carefully and feel free to ask any and all questions before purchasing, as we do not accept returns.

Thank you for understanding!