Victorian Lavender Silk GownBeautiful lavender silk dress circa 1860s with fabulous hand knotted silk fringe trim and trained skirt. Hook and eye closures down the front of the bodice with decorative silk buttons. Single deep pocket on one side of the skirt. Remnants of a tag sewn into the bodice may indicate this piece was once part of a museum collection. Would be a beautiful study or display piece. Machine and hand sewn. +++ Measurements +++ 24" waist 35" bust 55" front