Empress Elisabeth of Austria – a light summer top, circa 1870/80 Extremely fine, gossamer linen with appliquéd floral rosettes in delicate lace along the neck strap, sleeves and back. Ruched hem, lined in pale blue silk. Some small holes on the back, otherwise in good condition. Provenance: Hermann Historica, 27th Auction in October 1992, part of lot no. 2865. Thereafter in a private German collection. Condition: II