Name/Title
Gown, DressingEntry/Object ID
G2002.137Description
Entirely hand stitched white dimity morning dress. Besides front and back there are side back panels , side gores installed backwards! Long, slightly full sleeves, set well into back with fullness toward back; slightly flared at wrist. No waist in front, open to knees. Upper opening curved to suggest a surplice opening. Collar on stand. Fairly high waist, self tie attached in CB where it is edged with frills; uneven shaped ends suggesting use of scraps to complete job. Collar, sleeve ends, proper right opening to hem all edged with doubled, plain calico frill. No fasteners apart from ties. Bodice lined with white cotton. Nicely made. A great deal of piecing inside collar stand; ties are not symmetrical, apparently cut from scraps.Collection
Bruce and Susan Greene Costume CollectionMade/Created
Date made
1800 - 1820Notes
User Age: Adult
Gender: FemaleLexicon
Search Terms
dressing gown, morning dress, hand stitched, dimityRelationships
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Place
State/Province
PennsylvaniaCountry
United States of AmericaContinent
North America
