dress
Summary
Slightly corded purple silk figured with star motifs, lined with white cotton, trimmed with cream lace. Bodice fastening to high round neck. Long sleeves. Skirt pleated at sides, fastening left front. Two lace bows at centre front bodice. Self belt attached centre back fastening left front. Entirely handsewn.
Object Name
dress
Date Created
1865-1870
Dimensions
Length (front): 147.3cm
Length (back): 161.3cm
Shoulder to waist: 36.8cm
Hem: 355.6cm
Waist: 71.1cm
accession number
1936.315
Collection Group
Place of creation
United Kingdom
Medium
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