Old Children’s Clothing – The Gatherings Antiques Vintage

Child Antique Civil War Blue Silk Taffeta Quilted Bonnet Muslin Lined Old Original 19th Century

noneofyourbusiness — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 20:07:54 +0000

A fantastic Civil War era child’s quilted bonnet. The bonnet is of silk taffeta in a wonderful jewel-tone blue color. Inside crown of bonnet is of a blue muslin and inside fabric of the short “apron” is green with ribbon design fabric. The bonnet is remarkably beautiful condition for being over 150 years old. It has been stored well with very minor damage to the silk. In fact, on the outside, I found only one small fray at the top, where it had been folded all these years. A couple of tiny frays to the green fabric on the inside. A tiny bit of soiling and a small amount of oxidation on the muslin on the inside. There are no ties, although there are a few threads to indicate where ties once were. Again, this is a well preserved bonnet. Just recently found inside a trunk. I am guessing the bonnet might fit a child about 3-4 yrs of age. Perfect for re-enactment. Measurements: 11″ at the neck line from one side to the other. Measuring from the brim across the top to the other side it is 16-1/2″. The bottom “apron” measures 2-3/4″ wide.

A beautiful historical well preserved piece.

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Vintage 1920’s Girl Dress Child Silk Chiffon Rayon Rosettes Ribbon Party

noneofyourbusiness — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 20:05:15 +0000

A roaring 20’s or early 1930’s, girl’s vintage yellow silk chiffon rayon party dress. The bodice is in a plain sleeveless style with rounded neck line. Snaps on one shoulder for ease of getting into/out of the dress. No other fastenings.

The construction of the the over skirt of the dress is made of seven “petals” Each attached at the waist but hang loose over top of the longer underskirt. The underskirt is scalloped at the hem which compliments the “petals” of the over skirt. Satin ribbon is attached at the waist to form a narrow sash. Ribbon rosettes are sewn at different intervals along the sash. Loops of ribbon attached to a cluster rosette gives a finishing detail to one of the shoulders.

Measurements: 27″ long from the neck line to the scallop of the hem. 13-1/2″ across the shoulders from side to side. 28″ around the chest. 28″ around the waist. Dress would have fit loose in more or less a boxy style. Typical of the time period. Condition: Nice condition for the age. I did notice a small amount of oxidation on the front of the bodice just above the waist on left hand side. Some shredding to the ribbon on the shoulder.

Suitable for costuming, photography or display,

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Victorian Baby Doll Bonnet Lace Accent Trim Rosette Ribbon Braid

maklinens — Wed, 14 Jan 2026 20:27:12 +0000

An adorable baby bonnet from the later Victorian era. The size of the bonnet also makes it suitable for a larger bisque or compo doll. Outside of bonnet is made of lace yardage, while the inside is lined in a fine cotton. Pleated lace trim outlines the face area. A gathering of lace and ribbon combined, forming a rosette at the top knot. The back of the bonnet is trimmed with a silk braid adding another lovely embellishment. This same style braid also separates the pleated edge trim from the main part of the bonnet. Bonnet, at one time, had silk ribbon ties which now are missing or disrepair. I will also mention, the stitches attaching the rosette to the bonnet on the one end could use a bit of reinforcement. Nothing at all major, just a simple stitch or two to secure the rosette better.

Color is a darker cream to ecru. Somewhat of a soiling or oxidating on the inside along the face area.

Size: 11″ around the face area from side to side. 6-1/2″ along the back of the neck. To give you a better prospective size, I would say it would fit a doll’s head about the size of a grapefruit … maybe about 5″ in diameter..

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Victorian Girl Petticoat Edwardian White Cotton Slip Swiss Embroidery Trim

maklinens — Wed, 14 Jan 2026 20:16:02 +0000

The Gatherings is offering an older child’s petticoat, which is not as easily found as baby and young children’s underclothing. Suitable for costuming, photography or reenactment purposes, this sweet white cotton petticoat would fit a child about 10-11 years old.

Dating from the late Victorian or Edwardian era, the petticoat features a 3-1/4″ wide Swiss eyelet ruffle at the hem. Just above the ruffle a row of beading eyelet to draw through a ribbon to accent. Back closure just pins closed – no fastening.

Length of the petticoat is 24″ long. Waist band measures 24″ around. Condition is nice with only a couple of minor oxidation marks from storage. You may find one or two pin dot holes, although I did not notice any.

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Vintage 1950’s Girl White Blue Dotted Swiss Fabric School Dress

maklinens — Wed, 14 Jan 2026 20:10:45 +0000

Vintage 1950’s girl’s school dress in a white with raise double dotted Swiss fabric, slightly sheer. The child’s dress features a full dirndl skirt, 3 buttons fasten the back, fabric self sash tie, and short puff sleeves, trim in blue dot fabric. Embellishing the front of skirt , at the hem, are two insets of blue dot ruffled fabric shaped in a triangle. At the very top of the point a small fabric bow fastened. Hem is turned and stitched. My thoughts the dress is home sewn. As you note from the photos, the dress does have a few oxidation stains just as found. Dress has been worn so needs to be laundered to remove the stain. Also on the ruffled collar it is missing some the dots of the fabric. A very decent cute dress though.

Measurements: 31-1/2″ long from the neck to hem. 11″ across the shoulders. 29″ around the chest. 26″ around the waist with the sash untied. Measurement around the bottom of the hem is 80″ circumference. So it is quite full. Triangle inset on the skirt is 8″ tall, from the bottom of the hem to the point. Widest width across the triangle is 6-1/2″ wide.

A cute child’s school dress probably for about a 8 to 9 year old.

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Antique Child Dress Victorian Edwardian Cotton Tucks Whitework Eyelet Trim

maklinens — Wed, 14 Jan 2026 20:08:25 +0000

Here’s a late Victorian or Edwardian child dress that is just adorably sweet. The style is so suitable for possibly dressing a large doll. Or beautiful for display. Especially charming for photography work should that be your niche.

The dress is a white cotton batiste fabric. The yoke of the dress is accented with rows of tucks, both the front and back, dipping to a “v” at the center front and back. A ruffle of whitework embroidery at the neckline and edges of sleeves. A wider whitework trim edges the hem line. The skirt of the dress also boast many rows of tucks ~ 15 to be exact making the dress a splendid creation. The dress buttons down the back to just above the first rows of tucks on the skirt.

Measurements: 21-1/2″ long from the neck line to the hem. 9″ across from shoulder to shoulder. 28″ around the chest. 8-1/2″ long sleeve. 7″ opening around the cuff.

Condition: A few tiny frays to the fabric of the beautiful embroidered whitework at the hem and a couple pin dots holes in the fabric . One mend at the center front in the body of the skirt about a 1/2″ long. Nothing more than would be expected for the age of the dress. All flaws would be minor.

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1960s Vintage Mod Children Orlon Sweater Green Blue Yellow Plaid Brass Buttons With Tag

maklinens — Wed, 14 Jan 2026 20:03:49 +0000

From another time, a child’s brightly colored plaid mod sweater. Made of 100% Orlon, the sweater dates from the 1960s or 1970s A cardigan style with brass buttons fastening the front and two on either side of the sleeve. Patch style pockets on either side of the front opening. Colors are a navy blue, green and yellow plaid, stripe.

Unworn with tag. Size 3.

Measurement: 10″ across from shoulder to shoulder. 24″ around the chest. Waist is also 24″ around. 13-1/2″ long sleeve length.

Condition is very nice.

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Child 1920’s Dress Long Style Embroidery Lace Trim Tucks Ribbon

maklinens — Wed, 14 Jan 2026 19:53:15 +0000

A very nice condition girl’s long batiste cotton dress dating from the 1920’s. Simple styling with 5 short vertical tucks at the shoulder seam on either side of the front of the dress. Embroidered flowers a short distance down the center front of dress. Round neckline with tiny edging.

Narrow lace edging at each of the sleeve openings. Silk ribbons at the back of the neck to close. Also two buttons fasten the back. Dress has been laundered and pressed.

Measurements: 25-1/2″ long from the neckline to hem. 9″ across from one shoulder to the other. 7-1/2″ length of the sleeve. 25″ around the chest.

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1930s Child Bonnet Organdy Wire Brim Unworn With Store Tag

maklinens — Wed, 14 Jan 2026 19:51:12 +0000

Love this cute little child’s bonnet from the 1930’s. A summer bonnet made of a organdy or voile fabric in a cream color. The bonnet is old store stock with the original stock tag. The brim of the bonnet is wired to retain the shape.

A stiffened pleated fabric rosette embellishes the bonnet, spelling charm. Ties under the chin. Hemstitching decorates the end of the ties. Construction of the bonnet is made with two layers of the material to give more support. Bonnet has never been worn.

Condition is very nice.

Size measurements: 20″ circumference on the inside. Width of brim at the front is 1-3/4″ wide. From one side to the other, across the brim, tie to tie, it is 14″. Probably would fit a child about 2 years of age.

Dress a doll, a child, photography or just admire.

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Antique 1860s Child’s Fingerless Silk Mitts Hand Knotted Gloves | Museum Deaccession

maklinens — Wed, 14 Jan 2026 19:20:36 +0000

I am very pleased to offer this very unusual pair of children’s white, hand knotted fingerless mitts, dating from around the 1860s — perhaps a little earlier or later. Made in fine silk thread, the pair shows three distinct design patterns in the knitting, displaying the maker’s refined skill and eye for detail. Each mitt is fitted with a small silk drawstring to gently adjust the fit at the wrist.

Sized for a young child, likely about five or six years of age, the measurements are as follows:

Length: 4 inches
Width across palm: 1¾ inches
Thumb length: 1 inch
Cuff circumference: approximately 4 inches
Length: 4 inches
Width across palm: 1¾ inches
Thumb length: 1 inch
Cuff circumference: approximately 4 inches

Condition: There is light wear and some holes in the knitting at the cuff area of both mitts, and a small hole near the lower thumb of one. Still, they remain a remarkable survivor of their era — very decent for the age, and rarely found in any condition.

This pair was deaccessioned years ago from a small Ohio museum collection, where they were part of a group of early children’s clothing artifacts. Their presence in that collection, along with their construction and materials, confirms their authenticity and rarity.

A rare opportunity to own a true textile treasure from the early Victorian period — a delicate echo of childhood in another century.

Note. I have photographed the mitt on a very large doll so perhaps will give you an idea of size.