Brown and Cream Silk Antique Victorian Dress with Braid - Circa 1890

This 2-piece late Victorian dress is in fabulous condition! It is extremely strong and very well preserved. It dates to the very late 1890s. Very finely constructed of brown and cream silk fabric with cream braid, this dress is a magnificent example of excellence in workmanship! Every detail is meticulously fashioned, clear down to the edges of seams being bound. The fully boned and lined bodice mimics a military jacket with three straps across the front and a faux lapel. Each end of the straps is accented with a star-shaped metallic “button”. The collar stands slightly over 2 ½” high. The brown cotton lining is strong and clean with no staining and all seams are bound. The sleeves are fully lined.  One dress shield remains in place and the stamping reads “Trademark Canfield’s 2 Extra Fine” with patent #317,626 which was patented May 12, 1885. The skirt attaches to the back of the bodice with 2 hooks & eyes. The gored skirt fastens at the back with 2 hooks & eyes and has folds