{"product_id":"c-1850s-1860s-wool-challis-dress","title":"c. 1850s-1860s Wool Challis Dress","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA very striking wool challis dress c. 1850s to early 1860s in beautiful red and brown tones. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eForm fitting bodice with wide pagoda sleeves and large skirt, pleated all the way around the waist. Decorative glass buttons accent the bodice, sleeves, and skirt, and moire silk ribbons trim the sleeves in bands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBodice is secured with hooks and eyes down the center front and is lined with a brown cotton and the hem is lined with a sweet calico. Formerly the bodice was boned, and while the boning channels remain, the boning has since been removed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLovingly hand stitched and mended over the years many times. This dress is a treasure!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-single__description rte\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e+++ Measurements +++\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e36\" bust\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e25\" waist\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e54\" length\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e+++ Condition +++\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis dress has some obvious condition issues, but she presents beautifully due to the striking colors and bold print. \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeveral mends including multiple patches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMany splits and small holes in the fabric\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA few missing and\/or replaced hooks and eyes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSome pins in the hem where it has come undone (please be careful not to get poked!)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoning is gone from inside bodice lining\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBodice lining has discoloration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece is best for study or display, and due to the fragile nature of such an old piece I would not recommend wearing it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e+++ Please read +++\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis item is not new, and as such, it has wear commensurate with age. As with all older vintage and antique items, please handle with care.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAll items are sold as-is, and I do my best to point out all condition issues and provide a detailed description and photographs.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eUnless specified, items have not been cleaned.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eI do not accept returns or offer refunds. Please see all photos, read the entire description, and ask any questions before purchasing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Witchy Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49973557690618,"sku":null,"price":275.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0837\/7319\/4490\/files\/IMG_5692.jpg?v=1785698062","url":"https:\/\/www.the419plug.com\/products\/c-1850s-1860s-wool-challis-dress","provider":"The Plug","version":"1.0","type":"link"}