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Worth gowns are evening gowns designed by Charles Frederick Worth, an English fashion designer who opened his first shop in Paris in 1858. Worth gowns are meticulously constructed with a wide range of textiles in luxurious colors and textures. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Worth gowns from some of the world’s top sellers.
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René Lalique, Worth "Dans la Nuit" Huge Decanter / Perfume Bottle, France 1920s
By René Lalique, House of Worth
Located in PARIS, FR
An icon of Art Deco design in its largest size by René Lalique for the legendary House of Worth. Dans la Nuit—“In the Night”—captures the poetry of the cosmos in sculpted glass.
Its...
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Bottles
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Glass
House of Worth Blue Silk Moire Reception Gown and Bonnet
By House of Worth
Located in Sharon, CT
In a Blue Silk Moire, a rare House of Worth circa 1875 Gown. Jacket Bodice: waist 20", length 21 (front), length
26" (back). Skirt: waist 25", length 42.5" (front),
length 45" (back). Note: The gown is being offered without the train (bustle) that would have attached to the skirt. Includes a Bonnet (hat), French in matching blue silk c.1875. Possibly by Madame Virot. Gown and hat purchased together.
Labeled Petersham 'C. Worth Paris...
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Late 19th Century French Court Gowns
A Redingote Velvet dress by Jean-Charles Worth Haute Couture - Paris Circa 1923
By Worth, House of Worth
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1923/1924
Paris
Redingote evening dress in chimney sweep brown velvet embroidered in a champagne color by the famous Maison Worth. Ample straight cut, long sleeves, high collar...
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1920s French Caftans
A ceremonial Couture Dolman possibly Worth- French Circa 1875
By House of Worth
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1875
France
Oriental-style opera or ceremonial visit in gold-spun turquoise silk tapestry known as Abba and originating from Syria. Cut with short basques at the back, long pan...
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1870s French Cloacks
1940
s HOUSE OF WORTH black wool haute couture dress
By House of Worth
Located in San Fransisco, CA
House of Worth, 1940's
A very rare black cocktail dress from the French House of Worth, dating to the 1940's. This striking design highlights the house’s couture-level craftsmanship...
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1940s French Cocktail Dresses
House of Worth Framed Receipt Dated May 1903
By House of Worth
Located in New Hope, PA
Charles Frederick Worth, the Father of French Couture, started his business in Paris in 1858. His two sons succeeded him in 1895.
This receipt...
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