#123

Green Silk Gown and Matching Bonnet
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$500
sold
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Description
To fit doll about 20" (51 cm), 5" (13 cm) shoulders, 9" (23 cm) waist. Of pale apple green in unusual silk weave having alternate vertical bands of twill and silk satin, the two piece gown features overlay of sheer fabric on bodice with self ruffle at the waist and cuffs, dart-shaped back, flared skirt with lace panels at the front and a wide lace border at the hem, elaborately shaped back pleats and demi-trim, the gown is fully lined with printed muslin. Along with green straw bonnet trimmed with faux-flowers and leaves. Circa 1885.