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An exquisite ball gown made of white tulle and chiffon,
sewn all over with silver ''beauty spots'', with a double satin underslip.
The gown is entirely in a range of silvery hues so fashionable when the Art Nouveau was dominant. The glistening of the satin through layers of chiffon and tulle creates a striking background for a skirt embellished with a broad garland of fantastic flowers with a three-dimensional outline that have been embroidered with silver sequins in combination with gold twisted thread and beadwork. Inset lace in the form of plume-like leaves happily complements the ornament. All in all, this very elegant dress produces the impression of being transfused with ghostly moonlight. |
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