Dress
Date1825-1830
OriginAmerica or England
MediumRoller printed cotton.
DimensionsOL: 52"
Credit LineGift of Tasha Tudor.
Object number1998-231
DescriptionWoman's nursing gown, printed cotton with cream ground and subtle brown background stripe, overlaid with purple/brown flower sprigs. High rounded neckline with inset piped bands at shoulder. Bodice front has panel that raises from waist for nursing. Full sleeves gathered at shoulder, tapering gradually to wrist. Gathered skirt. Back closure. Inset waistband.Label TextNursing Dress
Britain or America, 1825-1830
Roller-printed and plain cottons, modern hooks and snaps
G1998-231, gift of Tasha Tudor
By the 1820s, many daytime dresses had high necklines and back closures, which required modifications to their design for nursing. In this example, the bodice front was made with a loose panel that could be unfastened at the waist and raised for nursing.
Exhibition(s)
1820-1830
1838-1845
1830s
1823-1829
ca. 1835
c. 1825, altered 1836-1837
1780-1790
1835-1840
1860-1870
ca. 1750, altered ca. 1775
ca. 1850
1850-1870