#96

White Fine Sheer Muslin Gown with Elaborate Back Ruffle
Live Auction

$400
sold
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Description
3" shoulder width. 7" waist. 12" overall length. Of a very fine sheer muslin,the gown features a low rounded neckline with a double row of ruffles (one ruffle being a fine silk organza),fitted bodice and waist,extended-length sleeves with widely-flared wrists with ruffled detail,skirt with attached over-skirt that is edged with scalloped-cut ruffle and gathered and hemmed ruffle that has an elegant sweep at the front and an elaborate arrangement of cascading ruffles at the back,with silk rose petal appliques. circa 1870.