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#2787
- c. 1890 RARE
DOUCET
- PARIS Couture
Black Velvet Beaded Waistcoat Jacket!
Jacques Doucet was the genius at the helm of the
House of Doucet, from 1853-1929. A contemporary of
Charles F.Worth, the House of Doucet was known for
maintaining a character of gracious elegance and
unsurpassed fine workmanship. The firm was located on
the famous Rue de la Paix, just doors away from
Worth. Both Paul Poiret and Madame Vionnet worked
with Doucet early in their careers. The arts and
decoration of the 18th century fascinated Doucet and
he collected garments of the period. Many of the
items created by the house were based on historical
prototypes. A plush blue-black silk velvet, designed
after the court waistcoats of the late 18th century,
with opulent and glittering decorative jet beadwork.
Beautiful construction and workman throughout. A
museum piece with the silk ivory lining in need of
conservation, as it has nearly all shattered. I'm
assuming a collar is missing (may have been a
stand-up, or a lace similar to another Paris couture
beaded jacket I have labeled A. Felix). The velvet is
in excellent condition with only extreme minor bead
loss in the exquisite design. Measures: 34/35"
bust, 28" waist, 34" long from shoulders.
An extraordinary and rare survivor, important for any
clothing collection.
SOLD - But
on Display for Research/Study
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