DRESS, c. 1912
CH1985.156.a-b
Dress of ecru/silk shantung, two pieces:
a) Bodice: high-waisted, slightly bloused bodice with V-neck crossover closure, coated with 7 self-covered buttons; high, square foldover collar with insert 'guipure' lace; attached overskirt of heavily embroidered net and "guipure" lace ; long sleeves, large cuffs with 5 button trim and flounce of pleated chiffon at wrist. To be worn with a fill-in neckpiece.
b) Skirt: tight, straight cut with vertical tucks waist to hem at front left and right back, splaying into rever-like detail with 5 button trim; internal waistband of cotton petersham stiffened with 10 small bones; hook and eye closure in placket.
Machine sewn throughout.
Department:
History DepartmentCollection
| Accession Number: | CH1985.156.a-b |
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| Accession Date: | 29 May 1985 |
| Credit: | Harbour Theatre |
Material
| Cotton/Textile | 0 - Whole |
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| Silk/Textile | 0 - Whole |
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Measurement
| length | 710mm | Centre back. |
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| length | 1000mm | Side seam. |
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