Three Medals, Austria, ca. 1914-1916 #antiquejacket featuring a distinctive asymmetrical cut

featuring a distinctive asymmetrical cut - shorter on one side

The use of monkey fur speaks to the period’s fascination with rare and exotic materials

while the intricate soutache appliqués add a touch of luxurious detail

satin silk

reflecting the enduring quality and style of early 20th-century American children's hosiery

Three Medals, Austria, ca. 1914-1916 #antiquejacket featuring a distinctive asymmetrical cutThree medals from Austria, from the time of the 1st World War, ca. 1914 1916. Medals of this kind were awarded for patriotic purposes. Two medals show the portrait of Emperor Wilhelm II (Germany) and Emperor Franz Josef (Austria). On one medal is the Austrian double eagle. We acquired the medals years ago to use them as decoration for clothes from the time of the 1st World War. Very well preserved.