Christening gown

Object detail

Accession number

2012.181

Production period

1870s

Description

A white cotton christening gown. Scoop neck with lace trim. Broderie Anglaise yoke with scalloped Broderie Anglaise trim and three horizontal panels of Broderie Anglaise. Cap sleeves with Broderie Anglaise. Gathered at waist. Central panel of skirt features alternating Broderie Anglaise and pin tucking - bordered with scalloped Broderie Anglaise trim. Centre has scalloped Broderie Anglaise at hem, rest of hem is plain. Two drawstring closures at back.

Media/Materials

Processed Material/Textile/Cotton

Collection

Textiles Collection

Credit Line

Circa 1870. Christening gown, 2012.181. The Museum of Transport and Technology (MOTAT).

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Classification

Garment, Baptismal Gown, Baptismal Communication Artefacts Ceremonial Artefacts Religious Objects

Collection type

Domestic Textiles Domestic Technology Technology

Subject auto tags

Clothing One-piece garment Outerwear Shoulder Dress Day dress Neck Embellishment Textile Sleeve

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