TWO SILK OR COTTON TEA GOWNS, 1884-1890

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  • Lot: 18
  • Midwinter Marvels: Museum Fashion & Textile Treasures - February 18, 2026
  • Bellows Falls
1 trained tea gown of black patterned silk w/ weft brocaded red morning glory motif, burgundy twill sleeves & CF panel, c. 1890, B 36”, W 30”, L 58”, (moderate shatter to black, discoloration to burgundy, heavy shatter collar, underarm discoloration, loose stitching CF lower skirt panel, light staining hem, several missing closures) fair; 1 buttercream novelty cotton crepe Aesthetic Movement tea dress w/ black silk velveteen collar & cuff, structured yellow glazed cotton underdress, c. 1884, B 30”, W 23”, L 54”, (light discoloration esp. lower skirt, few tiny-0.5” spot stains) very good. Provenance: The Valentine Museum

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  • Price Realized: $ 312.5
  • Category: Womens Day
  • Era: 1850-1890

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