EVENING DRESS

Creator(s): Unknown

Currently in storage

About this object

This long, burgandy velvet gown was probably worn for evening occassions at home. The closefitting neck closes at center front with a long metal zipper extending 41" from the base of the neck. The garment continues to the floor in an open slit. The neck edge and front seam are decorated with gold embroidery. Full length dolman sleeves are gathered at the cap and close tightly at the wrist with 4-1/2" metal zippers.The front of the garment is cut in two sets of narrow panels in a modified princess line. The back is similarly cut to the dropped waist seam where a full skirt is attached. The result is a narrow front silhouette with dramatic fullness at the back. The garment is unlined.

Object name:

EVENING DRESS

Made from:

Silk velvet with cotton thread embroidery

Made in:

USA

Date made:

1962-1968

Size:

See below

Detailed information for this item

Catalog number:

48.132

Signature marks:

Credit line:

Bequest of Marjorie Merriweather Post, 1973