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Dress
1820-1830
Description
A dress made of maroon, plain-woven, worsted fabric. The fitted bodice has a high round neckline and long, narrow sleeves with puffed shoulders. The bodice terminates with a high waistband and is open at the back. The dress is lined in three different cotton fabrics, all with checked patterns. The waistband closes with brass eye/hooks. Handstitched.
Category
Textiles (Clothing)
Place of Origin
United States; North America
Materials
- Wool
- Cotton
Museum Object Number
1969.0942
Credit Line/Donor
Bequest of Henry Francis du Pont
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Object Number
1969.0942
Object Name
Dress
Category
Textiles (Clothing)
Place of Origin
United States; North America
Date
1820-1830
Materials
- Wool
- Cotton
Dimensions (inches)
61.93 (W) x 61.25 (L)
Dimensions (centimeters)
157.32 (W) x 155.58 (L)
Measurement Notes
OL measurement is of shoulder line to bottom of skirt; OL measurement of skirt is 47 3/4"; OW measurement is of bottom of skirt; OW measurement of waist is 30".