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Medium
silk, metal (fastenings), plastic (buttons)
Measurements
(a) 59.0 cm (centre back) 31.0 cm (waist, flat) (bodice)
(b) 105.5 cm (centre back) 30.0 cm (waist, flat) (skirt)
Place/s of Execution
(England)
Inscription
none
Accession Number
1070.a-b-D4
Department
International Fashion and Textiles
Credit Line
National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne
Gift of Lady Nicholson and her daughter, 1951
Gallery location
Not on display
Physical description
Dress in blue and silver narrow horizontal striped silk with dropped shoulder-line and epaulettes on sleeves. The bodice fastens through centre front with hooks and eyes. Buttons are appliqued over the top. The skirt is box pleated and features a watch pocket. The dress is hand made.