SKEWES Fancy Dress Costume, Bristol, dated 1906 #antikermantel These two filigree birds are

These two filigree birds are connected with a magnificent bow made of green rhinestones

She has natural fingernails and toenails

Prince of the Netherlands

American fashion history

typical of the understated yet decorative style favored in turn-of-the-century tailoring

SKEWES Fancy Dress Costume, Bristol, dated 1906 #antikermantel These two filigree birds areThis antique garment was worn by the Earl of Suffolk, J. E. Wood. In 1906, the Earl attended a costumed ball. Everyone had to appear in costume. He bought the costume from Skewes Bros. 21 Clare Street, Bristol. The jacket and trousers are made of black velvet. Both are decorated with hanging metal threads. Sequins and colorful (glass) stones are worked into them. Burgundy red collar embroidered with metallic threads. Lapel made of cream colored silk,