Rare 19th Century Onyx Antique Calico Dress
Dresses from this era and in this condition are increasingly hard to find these days. We feel truly lucky to have had this one cross our path. This dress is a collectors dream and one you will treasure for the rest of your days.
Handmade sometime in the 19th century from beautiful black and white calico with a repeating scalloped pattern. Hand stitched button holes, unique waist sash with ruffled details around hem and upper bodice area.
Bodice can be worn buttoned or worn unbuttoned to accommodate a larger size.
Walnut dyed cotton under collar.
D E T A I L S
Untagged size
Internal bodice
One side pocket
Measurements laid flat:
Pit to pit: 18.5”
Shoulder to hem: 50”
Shoulder seam to shoulder seam: 14”
Sleeve length: 23”
Sleeve diameter at wrist: 7”
Waist: 17.5”
Hips 28.5”
Full body of skirt: 68”
Model reference:
Leney is 5’ 4” tall
39” bust
27” waist
C O N D I T I O N
For the age of this garment, we are in awe of the minimal amount of wear. Some buttons are not original to piece. No holes, tears or discoloration to note!
⋒ 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!
Dresses from this era and in this condition are increasingly hard to find these days. We feel truly lucky to have had this one cross our path. This dress is a collectors dream and one you will treasure for the rest of your days.
Handmade sometime in the 19th century from beautiful black and white calico with a repeating scalloped pattern. Hand stitched button holes, unique waist sash with ruffled details around hem and upper bodice area.
Bodice can be worn buttoned or worn unbuttoned to accommodate a larger size.
Walnut dyed cotton under collar.
D E T A I L S
Untagged size
Internal bodice
One side pocket
Measurements laid flat:
Pit to pit: 18.5”
Shoulder to hem: 50”
Shoulder seam to shoulder seam: 14”
Sleeve length: 23”
Sleeve diameter at wrist: 7”
Waist: 17.5”
Hips 28.5”
Full body of skirt: 68”
Model reference:
Leney is 5’ 4” tall
39” bust
27” waist
C O N D I T I O N
For the age of this garment, we are in awe of the minimal amount of wear. Some buttons are not original to piece. No holes, tears or discoloration to note!
⋒ 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!
Dresses from this era and in this condition are increasingly hard to find these days. We feel truly lucky to have had this one cross our path. This dress is a collectors dream and one you will treasure for the rest of your days.
Handmade sometime in the 19th century from beautiful black and white calico with a repeating scalloped pattern. Hand stitched button holes, unique waist sash with ruffled details around hem and upper bodice area.
Bodice can be worn buttoned or worn unbuttoned to accommodate a larger size.
Walnut dyed cotton under collar.
D E T A I L S
Untagged size
Internal bodice
One side pocket
Measurements laid flat:
Pit to pit: 18.5”
Shoulder to hem: 50”
Shoulder seam to shoulder seam: 14”
Sleeve length: 23”
Sleeve diameter at wrist: 7”
Waist: 17.5”
Hips 28.5”
Full body of skirt: 68”
Model reference:
Leney is 5’ 4” tall
39” bust
27” waist
C O N D I T I O N
For the age of this garment, we are in awe of the minimal amount of wear. Some buttons are not original to piece. No holes, tears or discoloration to note!
⋒ 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!