Created by
Unidentified
Subject of
Black Fashion Museum, American, 1979 - 2007
Owned by
Davis, Ann Lamb, 1911 - 2002
Date
1935-1945
Medium
polyester satin, synthetic net, metal, glass, synthetic crinoline, synthetic crepe, and sequins
Dimensions
L x W: 55 × 10 1/2 in. (139.7 × 26.7 cm)
Description
A sleeveless beaded cream evening gown with a sweetheart neckline. The bust, straps, and bottom portion of the dress are embellished with glass bugle beads, sequins, and rhinestones. The straps and the bust of the dress are made of synthetic cream net. Cream hammered polyester satin is stitched to the bust and continues down the length of the dress. The dress opens along the proper left side seam with seven metal hooks, six thread eyes, one metal eye, and nine metal snaps. Leaves outlined in rhinestones and bugle beads are embellished on synthetic net starting at the center front of the upper thigh, tapering down and outwards to the side seams. Another layer of tulle is stitched under the exterior layer that includes the beading. Both layers of tulle are finished with a one and a half inch band of synthetic crinoline. The hem of the cream polyester silk is tucked under and finished with machine stitches. The back of the dress has a lower scoop neckline and has beading matching the front of the dress. The beading towards the bottom of the dress starts below the knee and also includes leaf motifs. The bodice and straps are self-faced with cream net while the reminder of the dress is lined with synthetic crepe. The crepe is hand stitched to the bottom of the bust.
Cataloging Notes
This project received Federal support from the Smithsonian American Women’s History Initiative Pool, administered by the Smithsonian American Women’s History Museum.
Collection title
Black Fashion Museum Collection
Classification
Clothing - Fashion and Historical
Type
dresses
evening dresses
Topic
Clothing and dress
Fashion
Credit Line
Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of the Black Fashion Museum founded by Lois K. Alexander-Lane
Object number
2007.3.666
Restrictions & Rights
No known copyright restrictions
Proper usage is the responsibility of the user.
GUID
http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd549467910-6b3f-4e4d-9865-81f4d46f289f

Cataloging is an ongoing process and we may update this record as we conduct additional research and review. If you have more information about this object, please contact us at NMAAHCDigiTeam@si.edu

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