Skip to main content

Image / 1870s wedding dress

Have a question about this item?

Item information. View source record on contributor's website.

Title
1870s wedding dress
Contributing Institution
History San Jose Research Library
Collection
History San Jose Online Catalog
Rights Information
Please contact the contributing institution for more information regarding the copyright status of this object.
Description
Light gold silk brocade & satin, 2 piece bustle wedding gown. A: Bodice with deep square neckline & front trimmed with crystal flowers of beads & pearls. 11 small corded buttons close front of boned bodice. Satin ribbon bows at shoulders. Elbow length sleeves edged in satin, crystal beads & pearls. Bodice is pointed in front & back, satin edged, puffed bustle tail. Fully lined. B: Satin skirt with asymmetrical overskirt of brocade. Front trimmed with crystal beads & pearls. Back puffed bustle, pleated with elongated hem, 3 tiers pleated edging at hemline. Fully lined with lace trim & bustle.
Type
image
Identifier
5E644A04-7E3D-415C-8E00-998187401550
1998-10a-b
Subject
Wedding clothes & dress
Fashion (LCSH)
Dresses
Clothing & dress
Nineteenth century (LCSH)

About the collections in Calisphere

Learn more about the collections in Calisphere. View our statement on digital primary resources.

Copyright, permissions, and use

If you're wondering about permissions and what you can do with this item, a good starting point is the "rights information" on this page. See our terms of use for more tips.

Share your story

Has Calisphere helped you advance your research, complete a project, or find something meaningful? We'd love to hear about it; please send us a message.

Explore related content on Calisphere: