Antique Victorian Beaded Dolman, ca. 1884 #edwardianshoes creating a striking contrast with

creating a striking contrast with the brown patterned exterior

and many women golfers of the time showed remarkable skill and enthusiasm for the sport

and in excellent condition

this bonnet is a beautiful example of Victorian utilitarian millinery and offers insight into the daily clothing of women whose garments rarely survived

the mules are excellently preserved

Antique Victorian Beaded Dolman, ca. 1884 #edwardianshoes creating a striking contrast withAntique Victorian Beaded Dolman, ca. 1884 A quintessential garment of women's fashion in the 1880s, the dolman represents a sophisticated fusion of coat and cape, masterfully tailored to embrace the dramatically sculpted bustle silhouette popular during the period. Originally inspired by the military dress of Hungarian hussars and Ottoman dolamans, the dolman evolved into a symbol of elegance and social prestige in Victorian women's wardrobes. This