Identifier:
119327
Description:
This evening gown is made of taffeta and has a net overlay that is heavily decorated with sequins and beads. There is net trim around the neckline that is embellished with beads. The sleeves are very short and there is blousing at the front of the boned bodice. The skirt has a ruffled hem and a train. The underskirt has knife pleats at the hem. Features that indicate this dress is from the early 1900s are the short sleeves, the boned bodice, the narrow waist, and the monobosom.
Date:
circa 1901 – 1909
Materials:
Taffeta, Net, Sequins, Beads
Current Location Status:
In Storage
Collection Tier:
Tier 2
Source:
Gift Of Mrs. Percy Owen
Exhibit/Program:
What Price Beauty? ()
Related Entity:
Mrs. Percy Owen (donor)
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