#146

Early Silk Taffeta Gown with Hand-Embroidered Flowers,with Sunbonnet
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Description
13" (33 cm.) overall h. 3 1/2" shoulders. 7" waist. To fit slender-bodied lady doll about 16"-17". Of a crisp silk taffeta in a changeable-color brown,the rounded neckline gown has short pouf sleeves with fitted cuffs,set-in waist,full skirt,and is trimmed with a beautiful and delicate border of colorful flowers in silk threads that is repeated at the neckline and cuffs. Included is a wide-brimmed black silk bonnet,drawstring pantalets,petticoat and chemise,and a pair of hand- stitched leather slippers with knit stockings. Excellent condition. Circa 1840.