Name/Title
Dressing GownEntry/Object ID
2014.12.2Description
Part A) An ivory floor-length satin dressing gown with a mandarin collar. Damask-woven silk, medium heavy weight, showing yellow fans and floral sprigs in mauve and pink with green foliage. Arms each have slit at wrist which closes with four round self-enclosed buttons. Centre back on skirt has triangular double tuck. Garment closes in front with five frog closures.
Part B) Matching belt made of same material. Broad and asymmetrical pointed ends. No fasteners.Use
This gown was made to order in Hong Kong.Acquisition
Source (if not Accessioned)
Blanchet, JanetClothing/Dress/Costume Details
Clothing Sex
FemaleTextile Details
Fabric
DamaskMaterial
SilkLining
SatinColor
White, Yellow, Purple, Pink, GreenMade/Created
Manufacturer
Eileen KershawDate made
1950 - 1956Place
City
Hong KongCountry
ChinaRegion
East AsiaContinent
AsiaLabel/Inscription/Signature
Transcription
Eileen Kershaw / Hong KongDimensions
Dimension Notes
Gown
Length: 146.5cm
Width (s): 42.5cm
Width (w): 27.5cm
Belt
Length: 216cm