Multicolor wool challis print; center panels, cuffs and hem - red ground with black paisley medallions with sprays of roses surrounded by multicolor floral garland; body and sleeves - faded purple ground with alternating stripes of roses and geometric shapes in red, green and yellow; v-neckline; piping at neck, armseye and waist; long, full sleeves gathered to turned- back cuff; bodice lined with brown twill with hook and eye closure; princess seams in back; hem bound with red wool and lined with brown glazed linen.
wrappers (garments)
cotton (textile)
linen (material)
wool (textile)
Gown, Dressing
Gown, Dressing
Printed tag tied to neck: ""Craft / Studios / NORTH SCITUATE / RHODE ISLAND"". Written in ink: ""#7"".
Unknown
Estate of Elinor C. Larson
1992.252
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