Rare Directoire‑Period Spencer, France ca. 1795 – Early Neoclassical Fashion #antikeschuhe A white linen jacket with

A white linen jacket with a delicate crocheted lace trim creates an airy

but does show slight wear to the floral silk

Black silk chiffon short sleeve shift dress

Shoes from this period in England often featured a robust

Length inner sole (measured inside): ~ 21 cm

Rare Directoire‑Period Spencer, France ca. 1795 – Early Neoclassical Fashion #antikeschuhe A white linen jacket withDuring the Directoire period (17951799)the final phase of the French Revolutionneoclassical fashion flourished in France. Inspired by the recent archaeological discoveries at Pompeii and Herculaneum, women adopted light, flowing chemise gowns with high waistlines, often complemented by short jackets known as spencers. The present example is an exceptionally rare surviving garment from this era. This Directoire silk spencer, dating to ca. 17951800 and