An exceptional antique Art Deco beaded tabard dress, dating to approximately 1918–1925, featuring exquisite hand-applied jet black glass beadwork over delicate black silk chiffon.

This elegant tabard-style evening dress is designed with open sides that fasten with original chiffon ties, allowing it to drape beautifully over an underdress or slip. The extensive beadwork forms striking geometric bands and floral motifs characteristic of the transition from the late Edwardian period into the early Jazz Age.

Unlike later flapper dresses, this early tabard silhouette embodies the refined elegance of high fashion during the late 1910s and early 1920s. The flowing chiffon side panels and shimmering beadwork create graceful movement, making it an exceptional example of antique evening wear.

Whether displayed in a textile collection, worn for historical events, theatrical productions, or appreciated as wearable art, this dress represents remarkable early twentieth-century craftsmanship.

Features

* Authentic antique

* Circa 1918–1925

* Art Deco / early Jazz Age

* Tabard-style construction

* Open sides with original chiffon tie closures

*Metal hook and eye closures on left shoulder

* Black silk chiffon

* Hand-applied jet black glass beadwork

* Geometric stripe and floral motifs

* Sleeveless silhouette

* Flowing chiffon side panels

* Scalloped beaded hem

* Museum-quality craftsmanship

Measurements

* Total length: 51”

*Pit to pit: 18”

*Length of side slit: 26”

Estimate modern sizing M 4 6 8

Condition

Beautiful antique condition with expected gentle signs of age. The beadwork presents beautifully, and the original side ties remain intact. Please examine all photographs carefully, as they are considered part of the description.

Keywords

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