{"product_id":"1900s-german-antique-scallops-blouse","title":"1900s German antique scallop blouse","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAn antique lace blouse from 1900s Germany.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis is a new piece from our regular German dealer couple.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIt features an abundance of scalloped lace on the placket, collar, and cuffs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eDesigned with a hidden button placket, it can be worn open like a jacket (it even comes with a hanger loop), and all the buttons are cotton Dorset buttons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe gathers at the front also feature cutwork, allowing what’s underneath to peek through (you can see this clearly in the photos where a T-shirt is worn underneath).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe quality and condition are so exceptional that you would never guess it’s roughly 125 years old. Of course, every step of its construction was done by hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWhen people think of antique lace blouses, they usually think of France, but\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ethe appeal of this German blouse is that the cotton fabric is sturdy, making it perfect for actual wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eGenerally, blouses from this era are so old that the fabric has weakened, making them prone to tearing, impossible to wash, and very difficult to handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eI own many blouses that I used to be able to wear a few years ago but can no longer wear today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThat is why I think this blouse is truly wonderful for its condition and fabric feel, despite being an antique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eBecause the lace isn't overly delicate like tulle, you can wash it in a standard washing machine, and the fabric is even tough enough to withstand bleaching if it gets stained. In fact, we have already bleached it once here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAdditionally, the fabric of the body is a rare cotton weave with an intricate pattern woven directly into the cloth. It is not flimsy at all, but rather a shirt fabric with a nice, substantial thickness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe sleeves and cuffs, as well as the ruffles at the hem, are quite long and wide, so layering it to show off the scallops is incredibly cute! I find this to be another advantage compared to French pieces, which are often more compact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWhile there are many modern recreations from the 80s and 90s inspired by antique blouses, they simply cannot compete with the texture and character of the real thing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAs always, I highly recommend this piece, but this one is particularly flawless. Do check it out!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e*Has been washed once.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWorld Shipping And Tax Including Price\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eModel height - 167cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eMaterial - cotton\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eSize - fits woman L-XL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eMeasurement on flat (cm)\u003cbr\u003eLength 59\u003cbr\u003eWidth 58\u003cbr\u003eShoulder width 41\u003cbr\u003eSleeve length 57\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eCondition - Excellent\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TOTO","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51281702256983,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0513\/3097\/3881\/files\/IMG_0486_9b3234ad-52a1-4345-b784-1c28040f3679.jpg?v=1753427404","url":"https:\/\/totocz.com\/en\/products\/1900s-german-antique-scallops-blouse","provider":"TOTO","version":"1.0","type":"link"}