I've been lucky enough to see and handle a lot of vintage cashmere sweaters, but I've never seen one quite like this. I believe it dates to the late 1950s to early 1960s. I love the fact that it's a vee-neck cardigan - and it has tiny pockets! The intarsia (woven patterning) of plantlife (wheat? Grass?) is also special, especially with the three dimensional element.
SIZE: No size label. Measurements taken without stretching.
Measurements | Inches | Cm |
Bust | 39" | 99 |
Shoulders | 16" | 40.5 |
Bottom hem circumference | 33" | 83.75 |
Length | 23" | 58.5 |
Sleeve length | 24" | 81 |
FABRIC/COLORS: 100% cashmere, in a rich shade of cream, with accents in a light caramel brown. Tag recommends Dry Clean Only. The 3 dimensional part of the trim is soft light brown leather.
TAGS: Bernhard Altmann
CLOSURES: Six small pearly buttons down the front.
CONDITION: No stains, holes, tears, or other issues noted. There's even barely any pilling!