Such a lovely, antique Amish girls dress for made for girls, c1920.
Made for a young child, probably 6-8 years old.
This antique Amish girls dress has been loved and worn by more than one generation.
Made of a deep navy blue, fine wool challis.
Treadle and hand sewn.
This sweet piece would have been worn with the buttons down the back. Hand sewn button holes. The bodice is lined in grey. The sleeves are trimmed with black velvet on the cuffs.
This little dress measures 29″ long and has 13 1/2″ long sleeves. Chest measures 28″.
Good, used condition except there are numerous moth bites as shown in photos. (the problem with wool over the years) Light soil from long term storage. Not for someone looking for perfect, but for someone that would cherish such a wonderful piece from the Amish farmlands of the town, “Bird-in-Hand”, in Lancaster Co., PA.
Are Old Amish Clothing Collectible?
Yes! Older Amish clothing is rare to come across, as the Amish “used up” and “handed down” clothing, much of it didn’t survive. Older Amish clothing is wonderful to display, on peg hooks or using old wooden hangers. Group with other pieces, they create a fabulous and unique collection that draws your eye to the rich, deep colors and plain, modest design.
Create an exceptional vignette with an Amish quilt in like colors. Gorgeous!
Who is Vintageblessings?
Vintageblessings was created in 1997. It has been a wonderful family business, with numerous family members from Mom, Daughters and even Granddaughters helping out. We search throughout the United States for the best in antique and vintage quilts to bring you.
We have been honored to provide antique and vintage quilts for private collections, museums, and published books.
We were featured in The Cottage Journal, July 2022
