Antique 1920s vintage beaded silk paisley art deco vest Start Price USD 1,000.00 Current Price USD 1,000.00 Time Left - Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price USD 2,350.00 Reserve Price - Start Time Sunday, September 07, 2008 End Time Wednesday, September 17, 2008 Location Mullica Hill, New Jersey See more about 'Antique 1920s vintage beaded silk paisley art deco vest' Description This is a one-of-a-kind vintage 1920s handmade glass-beaded vest.  It is in very, very good condition.  It weighs over two pounds due to the substantial nature of the beads.  My brother bought this for me in L.A. in the 80s as a gift.  At that time he had an antique shop on Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills, CA(and then Robertson Blvd.) and traveled the world for exquisite antiques. I have worn it while traveling in Europe and the states for very special occasions only. Otherwise, it has been securely tucked away in a box at the top of my closet. It is a small garment - size 4 to 6.  Size 6 - 8 shirt.  THESE ARE APPROXIMATE SIZES. I have searched widely to find an item like it and find no one equal to it in craftmanship, condition or even near its design level - it is a rare and delicate (yet heavy - weighing in at over two pounds), extremely well-crafted eye-popper of a garment.There are a very few beads missing from strings that have become loosened over the years - YOU CAN HARDLY NOTICE ANYTHING MISSING AS YOU CAN SEE FROM THE PICTURES.  This is a MUSEUM QUALITY ITEM.  The colors are vibrant, yet understated.  From torquoise  to salmon to cobalt blue to yellow the beads follow the paisley  pattern   of the silk below. E-mail me with any questions you may have. Buyer pays ACTUAL SHIPPING CHARGES based upon BUYER'S DESIRED MANNER OF SHIPPING and LOCATION TO BE SHIPPED TO. Will ship anywhere.  You know you want it, don't let this one go!!!!!!!!!! Place a Bid!