Silk Taffeta Dresses, Mid-19th Century
Item Details
Type | Plaid Dress, Day Dress |
Period | Mid-19th Century, 1840s to 1870s |
Additional Information | Measurements are approximated due to the fragile nature of the garments. |
Condition
- blue and brown plaid dress has detachment of decorative trim; missing and loose buttons.
- each have staining, discoloration, fabric wear and shattering; tears, holes and rips to varying degrees; loose or split seams.
- green plaid appears to have a missing button; repair patch to interior.
- iridescent green has missing buttons; staining, fabric wear and holes.
- blue and brown dress has tears, holes and rips; fabric wear; discoloration and markings.
Dimensions
- brown and blue plaid: 34" bust, 21" waist, 57" length
- green plaid: 35" bust, 26" waist, 56.5" length
- light green and yellow plaid and striped: 34" bust, 29" waist, 49" length
- iridescent green: 32" bust, 24" waist, 58" length
- blue and brown: 27" bust, 20" waist, 55" length
- Measurements are approximate due to the fragile nature of the garments.
Item #
ITMG274927