#219

Early Blue/Cream Gown for Poupee
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$700
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Description
To fit poupee 16"-17" of the early Huret/Barrois era. The gown of a firmly-woven linen or homespun features alternating patterns of blue and cream design complemented by woven cream borders,The rounded collar is edged with black velvet banding and lace,and the puff sleeves are overlaid with velvet-edged box pleats for an unusual effect. The set-in waistband is above the box-pleated skirt. Excellent condition,some fabric mends. Circa 1860.