{"product_id":"edwardian-christening-gown-ca-1910","title":"Edwardian Christening Gown, ca. 1910 – White Embroidery, Scalloped Hem, Excellent Condition","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis beautiful \u003cstrong\u003eEdwardian christening gown\u003c\/strong\u003e, dating to \u003cstrong\u003earound 1910\u003c\/strong\u003e, is made of soft white cotton and decorated with fine \u003cstrong\u003ewhite embroidery\u003c\/strong\u003e. The front is arranged in delicate \u003cstrong\u003etiny pleats\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving the gown a refined, textured appearance typical of early‑20th‑century \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan role=\"button\" data-url=\"ca:\/\/s?q=History_of_Edwardian_infant_clothing\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003einfant clothing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e. The back closes with \u003cstrong\u003etie fastenings\u003c\/strong\u003e, and the hem is finished with a charming \u003cstrong\u003escalloped edge\u003c\/strong\u003e. The gown is preserved in \u003cstrong\u003every good to excellent condition\u003c\/strong\u003e, a rare survival given its age and delicate materials.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChristening gowns held a special place in family tradition. For generations, they were treasured as symbolic garments marking a child’s entry into the community and the church. It was common for a single gown to be used for \u003cstrong\u003emultiple children across several generations\u003c\/strong\u003e, becoming a cherished heirloom passed down through the family. This practice reflects the emotional and cultural significance of \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan role=\"button\" data-url=\"ca:\/\/s?q=History_of_christening_gowns\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003echristening garments\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e in the Edwardian period and earlier.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis gown, originating from \u003cstrong\u003eEngland\u003c\/strong\u003e, embodies that tradition. Its craftsmanship, soft embroidery and elegant silhouette make it a remarkable example of \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan role=\"button\" data-url=\"ca:\/\/s?q=Edwardian_ceremonial_clothing\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003eEdwardian ceremonial dress\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e. With only minimal signs of age, it remains a wearable and collectible piece of early‑20th‑century textile history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Antique Gown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58439599686019,"sku":null,"price":100.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0913\/1897\/6899\/files\/antikes_Taufkleid_1910.jpg?v=1783779434","url":"https:\/\/antique-gown.com\/fr\/products\/edwardian-christening-gown-ca-1910","provider":"ANTIQUE GOWN","version":"1.0","type":"link"}