Baby wore white : robes for special occasions, 1800-1910
Entry/Object ID
GT1730.T66 2004
Description
"This fully illustrated book reviews the history of christening and other decorative baby robes through the 19th century. A first section uses dated examples and contemporary illustrations to show when different styles were in vogue and compares and contrasts them with adult fashions. The second section celebrates the exquisite workmanship in many of these robes with numerous photographs of more than forty garments. Tips are given on washing and conservation. Patterns are provided of four different styles to enable home dressmakers to make accurate reproductions. A list of dated garments in public collections and a glossary are included."
Acquisition
Source (if not Accessioned)
Lucy Dillon
Notes
Gift of Lucy Dillon, February 2024.
Lexicon
Search Terms
infants' clothing--history--19th century, infants' clothing--pattern design
