Nili Lotan Bionca Empire Waist Sleeveless Silk Bias Maxi Dress, Black, Women's, 4, Casual & Work Dresses Maxi Dresses Sold at Auction: Jules mile Saintin, Jules Emile Saintin 1800s Antique Print Standing by the River SIGNED Framed Women's Sleeveless Button Front Smocked Maxi Empire Waist Dress Universal Thread Navy Blue L Afternoon dress. Culture: American. Date: ca. 1862. The female silhouette of the middle of the 19th century consisted of a fitted corseted bodice and wide full skirts. The conical skirts developed between Pink Rose Women's Sleeveless V Neck Ruffle Trim Empire Waist Maxi Dress Belk