Rare 1950s Madame Gres licensed Black & Grey Embroidered Dress w/ Bolero Jacket period_1920s Detachable large gilt gold breast

Detachable large gilt gold breast brooch based on 17th Century strapwork design

Modern size 2 Slit: 21 3/4 inches

Grey raw silk wraps around creating this striking turban from the 50s

The trim on the collar is the same as on the sleeves and hemline of dress as well as just below the knee

Dress - Bust: 37

Rare 1950s Madame Gres licensed Black & Grey Embroidered Dress w/ Bolero Jacket period_1920s Detachable large gilt gold breastIntriguing black dress by Madame Gres. Produced by G. Mendes. This dress features a beautiful mesh fabric that is embroidered throughout and a bolero jacket to match with an incredible button closure. The dress has an A line silhouette with the top half being made from a soft breathable black silk. Jacket Measurements: Length : 14" Bust: 40" Born in Paris, around the turn of the 20th century, Madame Grs (nee Germaine milie Krebs, AKA Alix Barton,