Lady's 1850's Two Part Silk Taffeta Dress.
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Lady's 1850's Two Part Silk Taffeta Dress. Blue and two color brown silk ikat taffeta. Machine and handsewn; the darts and side seams to bodice let out. The Darted bodice with double pleated flounces to top of cape sleeves. Lace and felt ball applique to sleeve and bodice front. Grey crocheted frogs and balls. Polished cotton lining. The skirt quite deeply gathered to a heavy cotton band to interior. Polished cotton lining 5" deep around hem. Reinforcement tape to hem.
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Sale of items to benefit the Monterey History and Art Association. This non-profit association has been a guiding force in preserving Monterey's history since the founding of the association in 1931. Guarding Monterey's precious historic assets and the preservation and presentation of its historical heritage for future enjoyment has been made possible by citizens who care and give generously of their time and resources.
The Association's mission is to share the histories and the diverse legacies of people, stories, and places that continue to shape Monterey. It possesses extensive collections of furnishings, paintings, photographs, costumes, books, manuscripts, and other artifacts focused on Monterey and California. Condition; Good condition overall. Collar absent. Where the bodice was let out, there are holes for old threads. Staining to armpit area; silk lightly shot and a small stain to skirt.
Provenance:
Sale of items to benefit the Monterey History and Art Association. This non-profit association has been a guiding force in preserving Monterey's history since the founding of the association in 1931. Guarding Monterey's precious historic assets and the preservation and presentation of its historical heritage for future enjoyment has been made possible by citizens who care and give generously of their time and resources.
The Association's mission is to share the histories and the diverse legacies of people, stories, and places that continue to shape Monterey. It possesses extensive collections of furnishings, paintings, photographs, costumes, books, manuscripts, and other artifacts focused on Monterey and California. Condition; Good condition overall. Collar absent. Where the bodice was let out, there are holes for old threads. Staining to armpit area; silk lightly shot and a small stain to skirt.
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Lady's 1850's Two Part Silk Taffeta Dress.
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