Beautiful Edwardian White Christening Gown - Newborn Infants 1800s 1900s Antique Baby Dress - Clover Buds & Shamrocks Embroidery - Hand Made

$ 37.50

Charming antique baby dress! This hand-embroidered christening gown has shamrock leaves and clover flowers in satin stitching, with tucks at the shoulder, and lace to the neck & wrists. It's a broad flared silhouette, with flat-felled seams and hand-sewn finishing.

Child's Size
Newborn

Measurements
Chest up to 20, Hip up to 32; Shoulder to Shoulder 8, Sleeve Length 7.5, Neck to Hem 27.5 Inches

Era
1900s

Label
None, neatly made by hand

Materials
White cotton organdy, beautiful white hand-worked embroidery, white cotton lace

Closure
Two petite white shell buttons at back neck with a slit to back waist

Condition
Good

Condition Detail
Wearable with due caution, in very nice condition for its age; has a rusty area of dappling at left shoulder (see photo) about 1/2-inch square, slightly noticeable when worn

Washing Instructions
Cold hand wash, shape and dry flat, press on medium-high setting

Please note: For garments, all measurements (bust - waist - hip) are the maximum body measurements that will fit the item. These measurements already have ease subtracted and they are not actual fabric widths. To get actual fabric widths, add two at the bust, one at the waist, two at the hip.

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