Bidspirit auction | 19th Century Silk, Velvet, &

19th Century Silk, Velvet, & Lace Ballgown - Antique 19th Century Silk, Velvet, & Lace Dress Gown. Included Paperwork Reads: ”Ladie's Ballgown Date: 1878, Fabric: eggshell faille and satin stripe...sleeves and collar are hand made lace (Point de Venise) Details: Machine stitches on seams, bust, lace and finishing by hand.... petticoat attached with double ruffles in back and top layers, and top layer is pleated and edged in lace. Buttons on bodice made if purple silk thread. Buttonhooles hand done. Princess style... catalogued Jeanne Graham 1980, Displayed Nov. '89.” Waist Approximately 26in. Shoulders Approximately 14.75in. Bust Approximately 31.0in. Sleeve Length Approximately 16.0 in. Front Length Approximately 48.5 in. Back Length Approximately 60.5in.