White Short Dress, Back View

Name/Title

White Short Dress, Back View

Entry/Object ID

2022.35.0592

Description

Woman in "Robe de Satin, Garnie de Ruches de Tulle." Low back, wide scoop neckline with frill edging, very high waist with white ribbon sash tied in back with long streamers. Two rows of ruched tulle above the fairly stiff hem. Long baggy sleeves with frilled cuffs and high puff near shoulder.

Collection

Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection

Made/Created

Manufacturer

Costume Parisien, Plate No. 1375

Date made

1814

Other Names and Numbers

Other Numbers

Number Type

Old Number

Other Number

2019.009

Material

Paper