Description: Historical beauty. Lovely gown came from the estate of Martha Maxwell. Martha was an American naturalist,taxidermist and artist, she was a founder of modern taxidermy . Her displays are said to have influenced major figures in taxidermy history who entered the field later, such as William Temple Hornaday and Carl Akeley ( Father of modern taxidermy) Martha was born in 1831 in Pennsylvania. Among her many accomplishments,she is credited with being the first Woman Field Naturalist to obtain and prepare her own specimens. Martha was inducted into the Colorado Woman’s Hall of Fame in 1985. Gown still has Christie’s Auction tag attached . Bodice is boned and really nice shape, bow belt needs a hook and eye, some lace on front needs to be tacked back on. Skirt has minimal holes in satin but not through the black cotton lining. Waist was pinned closed, needs hook and eye. Beautiful floral brocade. Suit is strong and very wearable. Bust 32”. Skirt Waist 30”. Hip 58”. Length 46”. Shoulder 14”. Bodice 32”. Bodice waist 24”. Length 15” Peace Love and Blessings to All. Will combine in US and Worldwide
Price: 475 USD
Location: Saranac Lake, New York
End Time: 2025-01-01T16:44:41.000Z
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Item Specifics
All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Occasion: Special Occasion
Chest Size: Bodice 32”
Waist Size: Bodice 24”. Skirt 28”
Color: Black
Decade: Pre 1890
Material: Brocade Satin Over Cotton Lined
Brand: Unbranded
Hip Size: 58”
Style: Bodice. Skirt
Original/Reproduction: Original
Waist to Hem: 46”
Look: Victorian
Shoulder to Shoulder: 14”
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Shoulder to Hem: Bodice 15”
