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Date 1926
Description This woman's eggshell satin wedding gown has an irregular length, with a scalloped hem that is lower in the back than in the front. It has long, straight sleeves that snap at their scalloped cuffs. The gown has a wide round neckline, and a dropped waist with scalloped piping. The gathered skirt is shirred with silk cord, and has a pearl bow positioned at its center front. A second pearl bow is also found at the left shoulder. The dress has a snap side closing. It was made at Pack-Wolin in Detroit, and worn by donor in 1926.
Material Satin
Object ID 1981.047.001
Object Name Dress
Recfrom Bartley, Fran
Search Terms Pack-Wolin, Detroit
Pack Wolin
Detroit
Sub-category Clothing -- Outerwear
Subjects Dresses
Year Range from 1926
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