Pre 1920s Egyptian Black Hammered Metal Assiut Dress french vintage The dress is constructed with

The dress is constructed with a brightly printed silk

which graced celebrities from actress Rita Hayworth

4 cm) Waist - 26 in (66 cm) Hip - 33 in (83

Bust - 34"/ 87cm

squared neckline and circle skirt

Pre 1920s Egyptian Black Hammered Metal Assiut Dress french vintage The dress is constructed withThis rare and original kaftan pre dates 1922 with the discovery of Tutankhamen's tomb and the subsequent years when the fashion for all things Egyptian reached its zenith until 1926. The ancient metal embroidery technique marries cotton mesh with small strips of hammered metal and was fashioned into exotic shawls, dresses and jackets during the flapper era worldwide. Ottoman in origin, it gradually spread south to Egypt and hence earlier pieces are