A fuchsia long sleeve Empire-style dress worn in 'Pomme d'Or, La'

  • This material is held at
  • Reference
      GB 2228 RDC/PD/05/01/0001/02
  • Dates of Creation
      [1917-1928]
  • Language of Material
      English
  • Physical Description
      Generally sound. Signs of discolouration, black marks and tear of fabric due to wear and tear. Loose stitches at various parts of the dress and signs of previous repair around the empire-line,. One of the fastening buttons at front has been replaced and buttonholes at front are torn.

Scope and Content

A fuchsia long sleeve Empire-style dress worn in 'Pomme d'Or, La'. The dress is unlined, the bodice consists of a square neckline, a gathered waist and gold detailing at front, back, collar and cuffs. It fastens with one press button and three covered buttons at front. The A-line skirt fastens on the side with pressed buttons.

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Conditions Governing Use

Copyright owned by creators including choreographer(s), designer(s) and composer(s). Performers rights apply. Can not be copied without rights owners' permission(s).

Additional Information

First performance on 25 Feb 1917