DRESS, c. 1895 (Bodice & Skirt)
CH1985.76.a-b
Dress comprising skirt and bodice of rich pink cotton with wide woven border of pink/white textured stripes:
a) Bodice: very full pouched front constructed on an internal yoke that buttons with 2 pearl buttons; the front closes with hooks and bars at the left shoulder and down the left side; high neck in pink cotton with a rosette at each side; extravagant leg 'o' mutton sleeves composed of close fitting sleeve in textured fabric with huge bloused oversleeve from shoulder to elbow.
b) Skirt: straight at front, shaped by darts, gathered very full at back; attached to waistband of white cotton tape, placket closure with hooks and eyes, pocket in left back seam; hem formed of textured, striped fabric; sash of same fabric, partly cut.
Department:
History DepartmentCollection
| Accession Number: | CH1985.76.a-b |
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| Accession Date: | 5 Mar 1985 |
| Credit: | Mr Tom Reynolds |
Material
| Cotton/Textile | 0 - Whole |
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| Metal | 0 - Whole |
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Measurement
| length | 1010mm | Centre front. |
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| length | 395mm | Centre back. |
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