A Silver Lamé Burnous For Evening Wear By Madeleine & Madeleine - Paris, Circa 1920

Circa 1915/1925, France. Long evening coat or burnous by the Parisian fashion house Madeleine & Madeleine in figured silver lamé, dating from the Art Deco period. Orientalist cut with kimono sleeves, reminiscent of Paul Poiret, with draped panels at the front and back. A very long scarf, pleated from the left shoulder, creates a draped, gathered effect on the bust. At its end, long fringes are tied with brown silk laces and silver-plated metal cords. The fabric is a precious lampas edged with black artificial silk and entirely covered in silver lamé with a design of large stylized flowers, typical of Art Deco. Fully padded and lined with cream-silver Duchesse satin. The label reads Madeleine & Madeleine, Champs Elysées Paris (stained to the label), which was a highly regarded fashion house during this period. Note some slight soiling on the lining at the collar and shoulders, the only flaw to report. No holes or stains. Beautiful color and overall condition. Suitable for wearing or collecting. Dimensions: Equivalent to French size 40-44. Length 133 cm. Sleeve to sleeve 88 cm, collar to sleeve 60 cm. Total circumference 172 cm. Scarf: width 42 cm, length 161 cm, fringe length 48 cm.