Name/Title
Gray and Brown Silk DressDescription
Gray and brown striped silk dress. Applied floral lace collar. Pagoda sleeves. Pleated brown ribbon trim at the bottom of sleeves. Brown cotton lining for most of dress, gold silk lining at sleeves. Hook fasteners at middle of chest.Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Article of Clothing/Dress/Costume
DressClothing Sex
FemaleTextile Details
Material
Silk, CottonColor
Brown, GrayMade/Created
Date made
circa 1850 - circa 1870Time Period
Mid 19th CenturyPlace
Country
United StatesContinent
North AmericaLabel/Inscription/Signature
Condition
Overall Condition
PoorCondition Detail
TearNotes
Torn around waist, also tears in silk, especially on upper back and armpit areas