Name/Title

Evening Gown

Entry/Object ID

2017.1.2

Description

Black velvet dress. Rounded V-neckline. Capelet sleeves made with gold-coloured fabric decorated with black velvet triangles. Fitted empire waist with gathers in bust. Single thin belt loop on left waist. Skirt is floor-length and flared. Dress fastens on left side with snap fasteners.

Use

Worn in Victoria, B.C.

Acquisition

Source (if not Accessioned)

Dixon Dorothy

Clothing/Dress/Costume Details

Clothing Sex

Female

Textile Details

Fabric

Velvet

Material

Silk

Color

Black, Gold

Made/Created

Date made

circa 1933 - 1935

Dimensions

Dimension Notes

Length: 155cm Width (b): 41cm