Dress, 1863-1870

THF182481 / Dress, 1863-1870
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Artifact Overview

Artifact Details

Artifact

Dress (Garment)

Date Made

1863-1870

Place of Creation

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

94.0.9.8

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Taffeta
Silk (Textile)

Dimensions

Circumference: 30 in (Circumference of bust)
Circumference: 23 in (Circumference of waist)
Length: 54 in (Center back length)

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