Dress, Black Crepe and Velvet dress, Colorful Embroidery
Entry/Object ID
1994.37.5
Description
Mid-length black silk/cotton blend? (burn identification was indeterminate) dress with black silk velvet details. Circular neckline with cotton yoke bisected in two circles, one over each shoulder, both have been embroidered with colorful sprays of flowers.. Short poufed sleeves of velvet, also with embroidery. High gathered bust line, skirt falls away in A-line, two small velvet pockets embroidered with colorful flowers. Dress measures 16" (w) x 39" (l).
1940s
