Pieced Back Italian Gown | Red Exotic | 1770 - 1785 openrobenooption The smokey black finish enhances

The smokey black finish enhances the traditional feel

They are usually worn by looping the string around the ties of a petticoat or apron

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perfect for historical outerwear

Pieced Back Italian Gown | Red Exotic | 1770 - 1785 openrobenooption The smokey black finish enhancesThis 18th century Italian style gown reflects regional construction techniques that set it apart from its English and French counterparts. Most notably, the front and back seams are shorter and smoother, creating a refined silhouette with less dramatic shaping. The back of the gown features distinctive piecingparticularly at the top of the back panels and along the skirthighlighting both the economy of fabric and the skilled hand of the maker.