One-piece house dress or morning dress, ca. 1866. Origin: America. Two letters "G" are printed in mirror image in a circle. Small stand-up collar; long sleeves; velvet appliqués with purple silk edging; black buttons covered with velvet. The back is pleated in small folds from the waist. Small train typical of the dresses of this period. Inside lined with glazed cotton. Fair condition. The inner bodice (made of brown cotton) has some holes and is a bit fragile. A few holes/repaired holes. Wear marks, especially on the diagonal appliqués at the hands/waist level; two buttons have probably been moved, two replaced; one hole in the left forearm. The decoration is not included. Very nice for draping and display, although it has minor flaws.
Chest: ~ 82 cm
Waist: ~ 75 cm
Length: ~ 140-170 cm