#743

Superb Early Gown for Large Lady Doll
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$1,800
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Description

To fit slender bodied lady doll about 30". Of very fine azure blue silk, with rounded neckline, slightly raised fitted waist with set-in waist band, V-pleats in bodice, very full upper sleeves tapered to narrow fit at the wrists, the lower skirt decorated by a handmade band of coiled "rope" of same fabric. The dress is fully lined in brown muslin. Very good condition with some interesting old fabric repairs in a few spots. A rare treasure, circa 1820.