Christening gown
(c. 1903)
Medium
cotton
Measurements
98.0 cm (centre back) 7.0 cm (sleeve length)
Credit Line
National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne
Gift of Miss Aimee Bouchaud, 1978
Gallery location
Not on display
Artwork Details
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