50's Felt Circle Skirt with African Safari Motif Appliqués Vintage prom with no chips or dings

with no chips or dings

which is visible in areas of the dress

slight fading and vintage patina through out

There’s also a tear in floral chiffon on top of left shoulder

size 36 bust  34” waist 26” underarm to waist 7” waist to hem 27”

50's Felt Circle Skirt with African Safari Motif Appliqués Vintage prom with no chips or dingsA very special "poodle" skirt in a style similar to Juli Lynne Charlot's pieces (possibly one of hers w o label?). Made of a sturdy charcoal gray felt that has body, but is quite soft. Doesn't seem to be wool, possibly a blend? Gold colored felt appliques are in an African safari motif, with animals, plant life, a hut and decorative spears. The work is done skillfully, and has a sweet, charming quality. Details are rendered with embroidery, including