Top Hat Cleaning Pads, ca. 1900 #antiquedress Extravagant black silk evening shoes

Extravagant black silk evening shoes

Made from soft white cotton sateen

Discreet signs of storage

the ensemble features a delicate pattern of light blue flowers and leaves on a pale ground—an unmistakable hallmark of warm‑weather Edwardian daywear

with two professionally repaired side areas and only minor rubbing to the sides and toes

Top Hat Cleaning Pads, ca. 1900 #antiquedress Extravagant black silk evening shoesFour top hat cushions from different manufacturers, ca. 1900 The top hat pads, which originate from Germany, were used for cleaning the men's hats. The back side is velvet, which has removed the small dirt particles from the short beaver hair. The front side is silk, with the label from the producer. Good to very good condition. Discreet signs of age. The cushions are only sold in a bundle.