c1900s 3D White Embroidered Lace on Fine Silk Net Top w Elaborate Sleeves designer-adele-simpson The upper portion of the

The upper portion of the sweater is done in the pink and set over this and placed by hand are four gorgeous appliques that sweep up to the shoulder

The back closes with a zip but the outermost layer has pretty fabric covered buttons that close with little loops so the zipper is covered

The cut of this one is simple but very sexy

It's not pilling that can be removed but the way the wool naturally ages

c1900s 3D White Embroidered Lace on Fine Silk Net Top w Elaborate Sleeves designer-adele-simpson The upper portion of theI am not sure that I have ever seen in person a more beautiful example of the type of 3D embroidery and lace work that was being done during this time period. The top is truly a work of art and it is in remarkable condition for its age. It is made out of very fine and light silk netting that is backed in a white muslin. This layered effect gives the top its first bit of depth. Onto the netting 3D embroidery work has been done to add more depth to the