Name/Title

Evening Gown

Entry/Object ID

2018.17.2

Description

Part A) Black taffeta evening gown. Sleeveless, with a halterneck and an angular sweetheart neckline edged with three broad tucks. High waist. Bodice is covered with white cotton lace dotted with false white circular gemstones. Full skirt over a net petticoat. Zipper closure at center rear. Part B) Black veil. Rectangular. Some rips and tears.

Acquisition

Source (if not Accessioned)

Hamilton, Gillian

Clothing/Dress/Costume Details

Clothing Sex

Female

Textile Details

Fabric

Taffeta

Color

White, Black

Made/Created

Date made

circa 1940 - 1959

Dimensions

Dimension Notes

Dress Length: 152.5cm Width (b): 41cm Veil Length: 139.5cm Width: 162cm