1920s Trompe l'oeil Cabochon Flapper Accessories and Separates The lace work runs around

The lace work runs around the hem† and through the panels that are intersected by silk netting and the embroidery work is stunning - its 3D in some places with a raised pattern created

Made of a pale green silk satin it is wonderfully constructed

A silk taffeta in a deep glossy black is used - this fabric choice allows for a bit of structure and for the drape that the designer was after able to be achieved

Fully lined in cream silky rayon

Unlined and closes at the front with buttons above the waist and a low painted metal zipper just under the waist

1920s Trompe l'oeil Cabochon Flapper Accessories and Separates The lace work runs aroundReally rare and unusual flapper dress that is a witty trompe l'oiel created with the most decadent of materials. These are amongst the rarest of flappers you will find as the stones used often ripped the fabric from the weight of being attached and this one is completely stable and all stones present. Made to appear as if a tasseled belt circles the waist, that entire design is completely hand beaded onto the dress. A ring of paste rhinestones are