A variety of antique clothing and accessories is due to be sold, with everything from 17th century garments to a Biba dress from the sixties.
This year's auction will produce a number of surprises. Deborah Doyle, from Duke's Auctioneers, spoke of her search for antique clothing to be included in the sale and said that she had been amazed on a number of occasions. Doyle stated that in just one box of items, she discovered clothing which varied from the 19th century right through to the 1960s. She said:
"Opening one box sent my imagination soaring from a scene in Downton Abbey through to Jane Austen, and onwards down Carnaby Street in the swinging sixties."
According to Doyle, some of the boxes had not been opened for almost 100 years and include all types of clothing, including military uniforms. One particular dress stands out above the rest; an Empire line dress which dates back to the 1830s. It has satin piping around the neckline and short puffed sleeves, made in cream tulle. An afternoon tea dress from the 1940s or 50s will also be for sale at the auction. Doyle's favourite is a collection of 1930s chemise items, with matching knickers. They were apparently given to the aunt of a client, who said that they had never been worn. Some items still have their original price tags attached.
The sale will be held on 14th October at Duke's Grove Auctions. Perhaps the successful bidders will be storing their antique clothing in an antique wardrobe from Blackburn, a popular region for collectors of fine antiques.
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