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Dress
unknown
(Weaver)
Dress, originally a sack back dress of the 1760s, re-made into fancy dress with train and machine lace trim at neckline, possibly during the 19th century. Later adapted again, with the insertion of a zip fastener. The original fabric is of French silk brocade with a grey ground and overall brocaded pattern of flowers and scrolling leaves in silver grey, red and yellow.
Collection Area
Social & Cultural History
Item Number
F98.35
Historical Associations
Associated Person/Body: donor's family
Association Type: Owner
Date: 19th century (mid)
Place: unknown
Creation/Production
Acquisition
Donation, 17/8/1998
Measurements
Length
(cm): 160
Material
Brocade (silk)
Cotton (fabric)
Metal
Location
In store
Classification
WOMEN'S CLOTHING - main garmentsComments are currently unavailable. We apologise for the inconvenience.