Dress

Clothing/Dress/Costume

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Genesee Country Village & Museum

Name/Title

Dress

Entry/Object ID

G2025.06.001

Description

Moire patterned silk mourning gown of silk faille with black bobbin lace at neckline, along with either side of CF buttoned closures, and cuff/peplum. Flat moire pattern ribbon bows at CF, placket altered, many loose or missing buttons, light discoloration under placket, 1" seam strain right cuff lace and hem lining flounce, Tattered, few scuffs, light wear at hem, minor discoloration to trim.

Collection

Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection

Category

Historic Costume, Adult
Adult, Adult, Female

Clothing/Dress/Costume Details

Article of Clothing/Dress/Costume

Dress

Clothing Sex

Female

Textile Details

Fabric

Silk

Made/Created

Date made

1875