Contributed by Maine Historical Society
Description
A quality example of modiste dressmaking skill, this two-piece evening ensemble is made from black tulle fabric, lined in silk, and covered in sequins attached by hand. The pigeon-breasted bodice and a small back bustle create an S-bend profile (pushed out at front and back,) popular in the era. This turn-of-the-century design still required a corset.
Mary King Scrimgeour (1849-1930) owned several pieces, including this one, made by modiste "Dunton Robes of Augusta." Eliza B. Dunton (1852-1922) an Augusta, Maine-based dressmaker was likely the proprietor, although she didn’t officially advertise as Dunton Robes. She operated in Augusta between 1904 and 1907.
About This Item
- Title: Sequined evening gown, Lewiston, ca. 1905
- Creator: Dunton Robes of Augusta
- Creation Date: circa 1905
- Subject Date: circa 1905
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Locations:
- Lewiston, Androscoggin County, ME
- Augusta, Kennebec County, ME
- Media: silk, cotton, sequins
- Local Code: 1996.32.12
- Collection: Costume collection
- Object Type: Physical Object
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Maine Historical Society485 Congress Street, Portland, ME 04101
(207) 774-1822 x230
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