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1880-1890
GUSN-10255
Jacket of black two-piece dress. Made of silk damask, printed with ribbon and knot pattern. Jacket is overlayed with black beads and lace around neckline and sleeves. Skirt is A-line, very full. Hook and eye closure in center back, slight train.
dresses (garments)
beads (pierced objects)
hand sewing
lace (needlework)
silk (textile)
Dress
Silk
Beads
Lace
Machine Sewn
Women's Clothing
Dress
Unknown
Gift of Nancy Coolidge
1996.22AB
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