DRESS, early 1900's
CH1970.796.a-b
Dress of lustrous cream silk taffeta, chine printed with design of scattered carnations in blue, pink and mauve.
a) Bodice: lightly fitted bodice, high waisted; square neck trimmed with narrow frill of pleated silk gauze; tiny short sleeves, formerly covered with gauze (?) oversleeves; lined with white cotton; 12 bones (4 missing; remains of internal belt, brocaded with maker's name in Windsor; front closure with 12 hooks and eyes.
b) Skirt: straight front, pleated back to accommodate small bustle; slightly trained; placket closure and pocket at back; hem lined with 2 frills of stiffened gauze and lace.
Department:
History DepartmentCollection
| Accession Number: | CH1970.796.a-b |
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| Accession Date: | 5 Dec 1985 |
| Credit: | Miss E.E.S. Elgee |
Material
| Silk/Textile | 0 - Whole |
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| Cotton/Textile | 0 - Whole |
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| Bone/Skeletal | 0 - Whole |
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| Metal | 0 - Whole |
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Measurement
| length | 270mm | Measured at centre front. |
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| length | 1080mm | Measured at centre front. |
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