Name/Title
Evening GownEntry/Object ID
1998.9.68Description
Evening gown of oyster lace over blue silk satin. Strapless, with a sweetheart neckline in front and a low back. Zipper closure down center back of bodice. Blue satin silk ribbon drawn through lace around bust, with the right ends tied into a bow which fastens at center rear with a snap fastener. Natural waist with seam concealed underneath lace. Skirt is A-line and ankle-length. Blue satin silk ribbon drawn through lace near bottom hem. Lace has scalloped edge at bottom hem. Yellow discoloration at neckline.Acquisition
Source (if not Accessioned)
Pattison, Margaret AnnClothing/Dress/Costume Details
Clothing Sex
FemaleTextile Details
Fabric
Satin, LaceMaterial
SilkColor
White, BlueMade/Created
Manufacturer
Maggy RouffDate made
circa 1953Place
Country
FranceRegion
Western EuropeContinent
EuropeDimensions
Dimension Notes
Length: 117.5cm
Width (b): 42cm