Garment label confusion
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Circa Vintage Clothing
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I can't find anything on "Jamari" or "Jamori" but the logo on the inside is most likely the label. The way the lining has been cut out around the logo suggests that the lining may be a replacement for the original.
I can see why Melanie is thinking '70s caftan but it could be Fortuny inspired from an earlier time: can you tell us what the fabric composition is? Also is the lining silk or a synthetic? Can you tell us anything about the construction eg, is the hem handsewn? Can you see inside to any seams to see how they've been sewn? Is that a braid I see on the sleeve opening?
I can see why Melanie is thinking '70s caftan but it could be Fortuny inspired from an earlier time: can you tell us what the fabric composition is? Also is the lining silk or a synthetic? Can you tell us anything about the construction eg, is the hem handsewn? Can you see inside to any seams to see how they've been sewn? Is that a braid I see on the sleeve opening?
Jonathan
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It looks absolutely right to me for an Italian made gold stencilled silk velvet robe with silk satin lining from the 1910s or early 20s. I have never heard of that label before, but it is unquestionably following in the same vein as Gallenga, Babani, and Fortuny style robes and tunics of the same period. I suspect the label Jamori is the store label. The maker's name might be stencilled along the selvedge of the fabric on the inside, if you can get at the inside without damaging the robe.
morning-glorious
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That's very beautiful. I see 1910s to 1920s, as well.
That is a beautiful item, great find! Even the silk lining looks to be in pretty good condition, just some fading which is not bad for an early piece!
Circa Vintage Clothing
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Yes, I agree with Jonathan - if the lining is a replacement, there may be some information for you along a selvedge so it could be worth unpicking a little and sneaking a peak. It's a lovely piece.
deborah oceanne
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Hi Everyone-So happy for all of your help & passion! I unpicked some of the label. beautifully made silk tucked under & hand sewn onto the lining. Unfaded naturally. the lining has hand stitching on the inner top arms seams. Tiny stitches, I didnt unpick that part. I am too scared to unpick more of her as yet. maybe on the weekend! No designer marks but as Jonathan suggested perhaps on the inside-will let you know when I am brave enough as all of the stitching is excellent. Machine seam Stitches the same length. Yes, Nicole thankyou- gold bullion with lilac braiding under the sleeve opening. Silk velvet outer, gold stencilling, lining-silk charmeuse. All of the lining edges are Handsewn-base & armholes-superb stitching-done by fairies no doubt! Incredible. Invisible stitching as they are under the roll of the edge. I would never be able to re stitch this as such perfection! In very thin pale green thread. Small gold tacking stitching from arm openings to hem. Bless you all Deborah
deborah oceanne
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Thankyou for your wonderful insite!
deborah oceanne
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Thankyou Jonathan. excellent will try soon as the fear subsides... deb
deborah oceanne
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That is very kind of you. Love to share.
deborah oceanne
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Thankyou! Love a mystery!
deborah oceanne
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Thankyou! Midwest US find years ago was full of treasure!