1843-1850
GUSN-46912
Purple irridescent taffeta with white pinstripes; high neckline; tucks at shoulder extend to waist; long double sleeves (long sleeves are detachable); Placket with brass buttons extends from neck to hem. Cartridge pleats all around, waist sligthly pointed at front; hook and eye closure and covered button and loop at center back; bodice is boned and lined with white cotton; skirt is lined with brown glazed cotton.
dresses (garments)
cotton (textile)
stitching
silk (textile)
taffeta
stripes
Dress
Women's clothing
Silk
Taffeta
Cotton
Hand Stitched
Striped
Dress
Unknown
1964.56
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