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Black Ordinary Mourning Dress
Black Ordinary Mourning Dress
Black Ordinary Mourning Dress
Black Ordinary Mourning Dress

Black Ordinary Mourning Dress

Dressmaker (Aberdeen, Scotland, 1839 - 1891)
Date1890 - 1893
Object NameDress
Mediumcorded silk, lace and beads
ClassificationsFashion and Dress
DimensionsBust: 74cm
Waist: 58cm
AcquisitionPresented in 1986.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS011658
About MeBlack corded silk ordinary mourning dress comprising slim fitting bodice with high neck and long tight fitting sleeves, and straight A- line skirt with small tie back bustle.

This dress is typical of late Victorian third stage or ordinary mourning costumes, with the bodice decorated with jet beads on the shoulders. This dress also features spotted chiffon trimming and black lace at the shoulders and cuffs.
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