Dress

Date1855-1865

MediumCream wool tabby printed in purple; trimmed with solid silk velvet.

DimensionsOL: 22 1/2"

Credit LineGift of Tasha Tudor.

Object number1997-177

DescriptionChild's dress of cream plain-woven wool printed with purple double Xs and trimmed with solid purple silk velvet binding. Collarless, high neckline bound with purple; long waist, ending in zig-zag hem. Bodice sewn to skirt, which has two tiers of ruffles, the top one ending in zig-zag hem echoing the bodice. Hooks and eyes form back closure. Cotton lining.
Note: photographed from back.
ProvenanceFrom the collection of Tasha Tudor.