Round Gown, 1840-1845

Description:
The detachable sleeves on this dress make for a multi-purpose bodice. The back pleating is unusual and is more common in work and plain dresses, but adds ease. The back opening and narrow sleeves are suggestive of the 1840s. This was probably the better dress of a woman who usually wore cotton.
Date Issued:
[1840 TO 1845]
Data Provider:
Wayne State University. Libraries and The Henry Ford
Collection:
Digital Dress Collection
Place:
United States
Subject Topic:
Round Gowns, Gowns, Dresses, Fringe, Lace, and Women's clothing
Format:
clothing
Rights:
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URL:
http://digital.library.wayne.edu/item/wayne:EM02_51_13_70