Victorian Checker Maxi Dress under the knee purple and gold hues

purple and gold hues

Tag Youth XL

90s Silk Blazer/Jacket Geometric Tribal Style Bold Print

Rick rack trim at pocket and square neckline

Victorian Checker Maxi Dress under the knee purple and gold huesLovely mid 1800s dress circa 1850s 1860s. It is a light, semi sheer cotton or linen blend. The style leads me to believe it was a house dress or work dress. Hook and eye closures down the front of the bodice. Bodice is boned. Mostly hand sewn. There is a pocket in the skirt! +++ Measurements +++ 33" bust, 21" waist, 60" length from top of back collar to bottom hem. +++ Condition +++ Some of the hooks are loose and there are a few missing at the waist.