1950's TAPLEYS block print skirt | VINTAGE

$448.00

Vintage early 1950's tiered skirt. Hand block-printed by the Tapleys. Deep orange and black super soft felted fabric (with a smooth back) - almost feels like a synthetic cashmere! Hand block-printed with a design that appears to mimic ancient Greek pottery. Two rows of black fringe. Side zipper closure with replacement hook and bar at the top. 

Mel's Notes: Dorothy and Robert Tapley were a husband-wife due from New Hope, Pennsylvania who designed and produced textiles in the 1940's and 1950's. Not much of their work is documented, but one of their textiles was shown in a 1956 MOMA exhibit adjudicated by other textile artists including Anni Albers and Claire McCardell. 

I consulted with Mary Cunningham -- a PhD candidate working on Ancient Greek texts -- who was able to translate some of the text in the block print and shed some light on its overall history. She believes the handwriting to be a somewhat obscure form of Greek from the northern part of the Peloponnese around the Iron Age or Archaic period (roughly 900 - 600 B.C.), with the letter forms being from multiple regional alphabets, mostly Corinthian. She concluded that, as with Ancient Greek vases, the words are names labeling the figures in each scene; for example, the person holding the spear is labeled as the king Agamemnon, the person with the boar is labeled as Thersander, and so on and so forth. A true example of a garment as a work of art!

fits size S

Measurements (taken laid flat, seam to seam, doubled where necessary)
Waist: 27"
Hip: open
Overall length: 37.5"

    Condition report: excellent

    *All HofW garments have been laundered or dry-cleaned unless otherwise noted and come with a custom cotton storage bag

    To determine your modern size, we recommend you compare your measurements to the ones on the chart below. Another option is to compare the measurements in a given listing with those of a garment that fits you comfortably. 

    HofW Size (Women): Bust: Waist: Hip:
    XXS 31" - 33" 23" - 24" 33" - 34"
    XS 33.5" - 35" 24.5" - 26" 34.5" - 36"
    S 35.5" - 37" 26.5" - 28" 36.5" - 38"
    M 37.5" - 39" 28.5" - 30" 38.5" - 40"
    L 39.5" - 41" 30.5" - 32" 40.5" - 42"
    XL 41.5" + 32.5" + 42.5" +

     

    HofW Size (Men): Chest: Waist Shoulder:
    XS 34" - 36" 27" - 28" 17"
    S 36" - 38" 29" - 31" 17.5"
    M 38" - 40" 32" - 33" 18"
    L 41" - 43" 34" - 35" 18.5"
    XL 44" - 46" 36" - 38" 19"

     

    HofW is dedicated to providing you with all the information you need to comfortably purchase vintage items. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out via the contact form.

    *All HofW garments have been laundered or dry-cleaned unless otherwise noted and come with a custom cotton storage bag

    • Mint: Pristine with no signs of wear

    • Excellent: Usual signs of wear due to occasional use

    • Very Good: Surface flaws such as minor fading or staining (noted in description), but still very wearable

    • Good: More noticeable flaws, such as tears or holes (noted in description), but still very wearable

    • Fair: Probably best for a costume or study, but might still be wearable

    Occasionally you may see the word “Deadstock” used in HoW listings. This is not a reference to condition, but rather an indication that the garment/item in question has never been used, and is sometimes in original packaging or with original tags. These items may still have fading, staining or other issues from years of storage, but any visible flaws will be noted in the description.

    ESTIMATED PROCESSING TIMES

    within 3 days of original sale.

     

    ESTIMATED SHIPPING TIMES

    North America: 3-5 business days

    Europe: 1-4 weeks

    Australia, New Zealand and Oceania: 1-4 weeks

    Asia Pacific: 1-4 weeks

    Latin America and the Caribbean: 1-4 weeks

    North Africa and the Middle East: 1-4 weeks

    Sub-Saharan Africa: 1-4 weeks

    We do our best to meet these shipping estimates, but cannot guarantee them. Actual delivery time will depend on the shipping method you choose.

     

    CUSTOMS AND IMPORT TAXES

    International buyers are responsible for any customs and import taxes that may apply. We are not responsible for delays due to customs. If a package is returned due to the refusal to pay custom charges, you will be given the option repay the original shipping charge and have the package resent. Otherwise, you will forfeit your order and not be refunded. If you have any concerns, please make all inquiries before placing your order. 

     

    SHIPPING METHODS

    Domestic Orders ship via USPS Priority. First Class Mail is available on select items. All items over $150 will be shipped via USPS Priority Mail, and all items over $300 will be shipped USPS Priority Mail with Signature Confirmation.

    International Orders ship via USPS Priority Mail or First Class International Mail. 

    RETURNS/EXCHANGES

    VINTAGE + Workroom: Hall of Wonders accepts returns for store credit on these items, with the exception of sale and intimates. Returns must be shipped back in their original condition - unworn and unwashed - within 14 days of delivery. Buyers are responsible for return shipping costs. Store credit is valid for up to one year from issue date.

    NEW: Hall of Wonders accepts returns for a full refund (minus shipping) on these items. Returns must be shipped back in their original condition - unworn and unwashed - within 14 days of delivery. Buyers are responsible for return shipping costs. 

    Please contact us if you have any problems with your order.

     

    BUYING VINTAGE

    All items available in this vintage collection are at least 20 years of age and most have prior ownership, so they may not be 100% free of minor defects. Any noticeable flaws are included in item descriptions and photographs for buyer discretion.

    FIT GUIDE

    To determine your modern size, we recommend you compare your measurements to the ones on the chart below. Another option is to compare the measurements in a given listing with those of a garment that fits you comfortably. 

    HofW Size (Women): Bust: Waist: Hip:
    XXS 31" - 33" 23" - 24" 33" - 34"
    XS 33.5" - 35" 24.5" - 26" 34.5" - 36"
    S 35.5" - 37" 26.5" - 28" 36.5" - 38"
    M 37.5" - 39" 28.5" - 30" 38.5" - 40"
    L 39.5" - 41" 30.5" - 32" 40.5" - 42"
    XL 41.5" + 32.5" + 42.5" +

     

    HofW Size (Men): Chest: Waist Shoulder:
    XS 34" - 36" 27" - 28" 17"
    S 36" - 38" 29" - 31" 17.5"
    M 38" - 40" 32" - 33" 18"
    L 41" - 43" 34" - 35" 18.5"
    XL 44" - 46" 36" - 38" 19"

     

    CONDITION GUIDE

    HofW is dedicated to providing you with all the information you need to comfortably purchase vintage items. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out via the contact form.

    *All HofW garments have been laundered or dry-cleaned unless otherwise noted and come with a custom cotton storage bag

    • Mint: Pristine with no signs of wear

    • Excellent: Usual signs of wear due to occasional use

    • Very Good: Surface flaws such as minor fading or staining (noted in description), but still very wearable

    • Good: More noticeable flaws, such as tears or holes (noted in description), but still very wearable

    • Fair: Probably best for a costume or study, but might still be wearable

    Occasionally you may see the word “Deadstock” used in HoW listings. This is not a reference to condition, but rather an indication that the garment/item in question has never been used, and is sometimes in original packaging or with original tags. These items may still have fading, staining or other issues from years of storage, but any visible flaws will be noted in the description.

    SHIPPING

    ESTIMATED PROCESSING TIMES

    within 3 days of original sale.

     

    ESTIMATED SHIPPING TIMES

    North America: 3-5 business days

    Europe: 1-4 weeks

    Australia, New Zealand and Oceania: 1-4 weeks

    Asia Pacific: 1-4 weeks

    Latin America and the Caribbean: 1-4 weeks

    North Africa and the Middle East: 1-4 weeks

    Sub-Saharan Africa: 1-4 weeks

    We do our best to meet these shipping estimates, but cannot guarantee them. Actual delivery time will depend on the shipping method you choose.

     

    CUSTOMS AND IMPORT TAXES

    International buyers are responsible for any customs and import taxes that may apply. We are not responsible for delays due to customs. If a package is returned due to the refusal to pay custom charges, you will be given the option repay the original shipping charge and have the package resent. Otherwise, you will forfeit your order and not be refunded. If you have any concerns, please make all inquiries before placing your order. 

     

    SHIPPING METHODS

    Domestic Orders ship via USPS Priority. First Class Mail is available on select items. All items over $150 will be shipped via USPS Priority Mail, and all items over $300 will be shipped USPS Priority Mail with Signature Confirmation.

    International Orders ship via USPS Priority Mail or First Class International Mail. 

    STORE POLICIES

    RETURNS/EXCHANGES

    VINTAGE + Workroom: Hall of Wonders accepts returns for store credit on these items, with the exception of sale and intimates. Returns must be shipped back in their original condition - unworn and unwashed - within 14 days of delivery. Buyers are responsible for return shipping costs. Store credit is valid for up to one year from issue date.

    NEW: Hall of Wonders accepts returns for a full refund (minus shipping) on these items. Returns must be shipped back in their original condition - unworn and unwashed - within 14 days of delivery. Buyers are responsible for return shipping costs. 

    Please contact us if you have any problems with your order.

     

    BUYING VINTAGE

    All items available in this vintage collection are at least 20 years of age and most have prior ownership, so they may not be 100% free of minor defects. Any noticeable flaws are included in item descriptions and photographs for buyer discretion.

    Vendor: 1950's Vintage

    1950's TAPLEYS block print skirt | VINTAGE

    $448.00