Christening gown
1850-1900
Place madeUnited States, North America
Cotton, needlepoint lace
Overall: 35 1/2 x 28 in. ( 90.2 x 71.1 cm )
Z.1248
ClassificationsCLOTHING AND FASHION
DescriptionWhite cotton christening gown with a round neckline trimmed with needlepoint lace; long sleeves with a folded cuff decorated with rows of drawnwork and trimmed with needlepoint lace; half-moon yoke with alternating stripes of vertical tucks and drawnwork, trimmed with needlepoint lace; gathered below the yoke; drawnwork seam above the hem; three covered buttons up the back.Object NameChristening gown
