Day dress
(c. 1830)
Medium
cotton (muslin)
Measurements
127.0 cm (centre back) 33.5 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
Artwork Details
Place/s of Execution
(England)
Inscription
none
Accession Number
D123-1974
Department
International Fashion and Textiles
Physical description
Dress in embroidered white muslin. The bodice is trimmed with ruched muslin and lace insertions. The gigot sleeves are made of plain muslin and the full length skirt features a deep hem. The back fastens with cotton ties.
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