1950s Ceil Chapman Black Silk Taffeta Full Circle Dress Original_1950s_Dress tie wrap that crosses over

tie wrap that crosses over at the bust

SHOULDERS - 18 in

mid back and lower half of the sleeves

There is also a central zip fastening at the back

LENGTH - 105cm/ 41

1950s Ceil Chapman Black Silk Taffeta Full Circle Dress Original_1950s_Dress tie wrap that crosses overThis is a brilliant example of Ceil Chapman's early work from the late 1940s to early 1950s and the black taffeta silk design is exquisite. Its the first thing you notice about this dress which has the most unusual construction. The skirt's textured element from a distance looks like a floral design but its actually a large number of circular pleated stitched designs. The way the fabric is pulled and stitched creates an almost 3D effect. We have never