Sold for $315
This lot contains two gowns.
THE FIRST
White cotton house dress with flounced crew neckline, long sleeves, gathered front bodice, and very full skirt gathered into a waistband. The dress closes down the center front with buttons. The waist can be gathered with a tie through the back waist.
There is a name and date handwritten in ink on the interior center front band that reads "H. J. Carlton 8' and the year "1866". The middle initial may not be a J.
Label: Unlabeled
Approximate Measurements:
Shoulders: 20"
Chest: 32"
Waist: 32"
Hips: 44"
Length (high shoulder point to hem): 56"
Sleeve (center back neck to hem): 32.5"
THE SECOND
House dress or dressing gown/robe made from a printed wool paisley shawl. The printed design of the shawl has been creatively cut to form the design and pattern of this robe with pleats at the center back to form a sweeping train. The robe is lined with blue fabric and is closed down the center front with many beautiful buttons. The robe has an inner waistband that keeps the waist tight to the body at the center back.
Label: Unlabeled
Approximate Measurements:
Shoulders: 14"
Chest: 33"
Waist: 32"
Hips: 34"
Length (high shoulder point to hem): 60"
Sleeve (center back neck to hem): 29"
Condition:
THE FIRST
The overall structure is good with a hole in the right sleeve, a hole at the center front waistline, and small brown spots throughout.
THE SECOND
The overall condition is good with some holes and repairs in the skirt and one missing button at the very bottom. There is one detached button that is retained with the item.
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