mourning dress

Summary

Black watered silk. Almost certainly mourning wear. Bodice lined with white linen, sleeves and skirt with black muslin. Front fastening to high round neck with narrow band. Padded bust. Long sleeves. Bodice trimmed with imitation chenille band, edged with fringe. Similar trimming on sleeves and wrist. Skirt fastening to left, back pleated at back. Pocket on left front. Black wolleen braid at hem.