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Rust and Brown Silk Day Dress with Apron
Rust and Brown Silk Day Dress with Apron
Rust and Brown Silk Day Dress with Apron
Rust and Brown Silk Day Dress with Apron

Rust and Brown Silk Day Dress with Apron

DateLate 1860s
Object NameDress
Mediumsilk
ClassificationsFashion and Dress
AcquisitionPresented in 1978 by Miss E Cadenhead.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS011665
About MeThis brown silk two piece dress has a straight waisted bodice, which is boned and lined in cream cotton, bishop sleeves and an apron style waist band which adds fullness over the bustle. It is trimmed with russet coloured silk tassels and brown silk ribbon on sleeves and fastens with corded silk covered buttons.