Ladys Brown Printed Calico Dress Circa 1840.

Lot: 3041

The calico print with colorful garlands of stylized flowers and stems, with blue silk taffeta appliqued to collar, sleeve hems, faux side pockets, and dress front. Front double button closure. Lined in deep red silk and brown polished cotton.
Circa 1840 and later.
Provenance: Sale of items to benefit the Monterey History and Art Association. This non-profitassociation has been a guiding force in preservingMontereys history since the founding of the association in 1931. Guarding Montereys precious historic assets and the preservation and presentation of its historical heritage for future enjoyment has been made possible by citizens who care and give generously of their time and resources.

The Associations mission is to sharethe histories and the diverse legacies of people, stories, and places that continue to shape Monterey. It possesses extensive collections of furnishings, paintings, photographs, costumes, books, manuscripts, and other artifacts focused on Monterey and California.
Condition: The dress appears to have been reworked, with a later blue silk pleated front panel inserted between the two sides. Overall condition is good. Short tears / holes at shoulder seams and to one or two spots of self cording. One button absent. Lining to sleeve hems is shot.

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