Dress
Name/Title
DressEntry/Object ID
G2025.29.017a-bDescription
Two piece dress of heavy copper silk foulard. a.) Fitted bodice with gathered yoke, longish points at center front and back; fastens up the front into narrow neckband. Long sleeves of moderate leg o' mutton form, cut narrow at the wrist. Neckband and cuffs trimmed with wide silk lace in matching gown. A frill of lace extends from underarms across the bust to front opening. b.) Floor length skirt with pleated fullness in back and slight train. Fitted over hips and gored to wide hemline. Hem trimmed with three narrow frills of self material Lace around collar is badly ripped; torn at cuff and other spotsCollection
Bruce and Susan Greene Costume CollectionCategory
Historic Costume