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Materials: Cotton flannel
gingham, silk gingham, velvet ribbon, steel hook and eyes, cotton twill
lining (skirt), cotton flour sacks lining (bodice).
Label: Part of printing on flour
sack lining reads: Love. Wheat. Flour. Creek,
PA. Miller.
Condition: Excellent. Very
slight staining to interior lining, woven wool binding tape on hem of
dress is worn and two tiny holes in neck area at center back.
Measurements: Shoulders,
22"; bodice L 14 1/2"; bust, 41"; waist, 35"; Slv.
L, 22"; skirt L, 46 1/2"; hem C, 138".
Comments: An extremely rare piece
entirely hand sewn by an excellent seamstress. This is a
fascinating garment for many reasons: 1) The flannel fabric hints
of at-home confinement, yet the bold color combination and elegant touch
of pink silk gingham and black ribbon trim does not! 2) The clever
interior construction of drawn ties allows for extended maternity
use. 3) Workmanship is of extremely high quality and style.
4) Fashion was not sacrificed to comfort. The dress
opening has easily accessible hooks and eyes, yet false buttons adorn it
as well. The practical exterior pockets are very
fashionable. 5) Was this mother-to-be intentionally making a statement in her choice of the "Love"
flour sack?...
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