Nightdress
(1880-1895)
Medium
cotton
Measurements
149.0 cm (centre back) --- cm (waist, flat)
Credit Line
National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne
The Schofield Collection. Purchased with the assistance of a special grant from the Government of Victoria, 1974
Gallery location
Not on display
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