Dress with chinoiserie beading on silk chiffon, 1920s.Although sadly lacking a large number of the b
Dress with chinoiserie beading on silk chiffon, 1920s.Although sadly lacking a large number of the beads that make up this charming pattern of pagoda and willow trees its impact can still be seen. The black fabric is in stark contrast to the opaque white beads and the more translucent colours which catch the light. -- source link
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