1832 Silk Satin Wedding Dress. Off white silk satin dress lined with muslin lining to bodice and skirt about 14" from hem, and with tarlatan tulle meshe to interior of sleeves. High waisted dress with darted bodice, the typical exaggerated 'balloon' short sleeves of the period, ending in a cuff. Band of scrolling self fabric at neckline. Gathered waist, a band of muslin 13" above hem to hem. Hem reinforced with two bands of corton cording to faced interior. Circa 1832. {Approximate measurements}_x000B_Shoulders: 16 1/2" _x000B_Bust" 26"_x000B_Waist" 23. _x000B_Length 52 1/4" from nape of neck to hem._x000B_ Provenance: Dress worn by Evalina Fleming, who married Thomas Gardner in 1832, in Coatsville, Chester County, PA. Evalina, (1811-1845). Wedding November 15, 1832. _x000B_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._x000B__x000B_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: Overall condition of this garment is moderate. Silk shattering and some staining, throughout, in areas of typical stress. The sleeves are in good order. Note: Despite the moderate condition of this dress, it is a rare survivor from the period when Andrew Jackson was President. The garment represents the period of simple bodices and enlarged sleeves very well, right down to the corded, weighted hem.