DRESS, child's

CH1980.309

White lawn. Yoked dress, with high round neck, and machinery Valenciennes lace trim. 4 converging bands of machinery broderie anglaise on bodice front and band all around waist. Long full sleeves gathered into cuff at wrist, with band of broderie anglaise. Back fastening with 2 pearl buttons. All machine-sewn. Would probably fit a child of 9 - 10 years. Worn by one of the Brierley children.

Department: 

History Department

Collection

History Collection

Collection Item Data

Accession Number: CH1980.309
Accession Date: 14 Jul 1980

Material

Cotton/Textile

cotton, mother-of-pearl

Pearl/Shell

Measurement

length745mm
width330mm- sleeves
length147mm- yoke

 

 

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