Antique Metallic Passementerie Trim Gold Metal Lace Edging 4 Pieces French Victorian Costume Restoration beaded handbag evoking the elegant bias-cut evening

evoking the elegant bias-cut evening dresses worn by screen stars of the late 1930s

The label reads “Girdles of Grace Alpa Made in Canada” and “Panels Nylon 80% Spandex 20%”

but the silver on these old Scottish pins often is unmarked

broad notched lapels with subtle piped edges

Length:  36” measured flat from the top of the shoulder

Antique Metallic Passementerie Trim Gold Metal Lace Edging 4 Pieces French Victorian Costume Restoration beaded handbag evoking the elegant bias-cut eveningThis is a group of four antique metallic passementerie trims, woven with gilt coloured metal wrapped threads in an intricate openwork design. The centre features an attractive braided motif framed by delicate ladder like borders, creating a rich yet airy appearance that catches the light beautifully. These trims were likely produced during the late Victorian or Edwardian period (circa 18901915) and would originally have been used to embellish