Dress and Slip
Original OwnerOriginally owned by
Helen E. Gilbert
American, 1903 - 1951
Clothing MakerMade by
Anne C. Gilbert
Dateabout 1932
MediumSlip (.b): Machine-stitched rayon, cotton, and silk, with metal snaps.
DimensionsComponent (Slip: length excluding shoulder straps x width across top): 46 3/4 x 16 1/2in. (118.7 x 41.9cm)
Other (Slip: approximate width across bottom): 39in. (99.1cm)
Other (Slip: approximate width across bottom): 39in. (99.1cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of John Baron
DescriptionSlip (.b): Woman's below-knee-length slip of white rayon, closely fitted in the top. The left side opening fastens with six metal snaps. The shoulder straps are narrow strips of cream-colored cotton. The bottom edge of the rayon is cut in wide scallops, sewn to a bias-cut flounce (8 1/4-inches-deep) of cream-colored organdy.
Object number1990.153.20a,b
NotesHistorical Notes: According to museum records, this slip and dress were made by Anne C. Gilbert for Helen E. Gilbert. She wore the outfit to Hegerow, the first time she went to the theatre with Charles Coleman Sellers.Subject Terms
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