dress
Summary
White figured chequered muslin with printed abstract design in light/dark pink. Bodice and top of sleeve lined with white cotton. Centre front fastening eith buttons (buttons missing). Front and back waist pointed. Wide sloping shoulder and high round neck. Long pagoda sleeves, bell-shaped and longer over elbow trimmed with white lace. Full skirt pleated onto bodice. Deep cotton pocket right centre front. Small watch pocket just below waist left centre front.Deep hem.
Object Name
dress
Date Created
1850-1855
Dimensions
Length (front): 129.5cm
Length (back): 137.2cm
Hem: 472.4cm
Waist: 40.6cm
accession number
1947.227
Collection Group
Medium
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