Deep brown silk crêpe kimono gown with fixed asymmetrical V bodice, obi-style inset waist and bias skirt; multiple rear neck darts radiate from center back. Bracelet length batwing sleeves embellished with bugle beads and Austrian crystals; open at underarms. Over-the-head construction with no closures except a single snap at point of V neck; unlined.
fabric: silk crêpe
noteworthy: dry clean only
alterations: replaced missing crystals with period-appropriate alternatives; re-dyed fabric where faded
condition: good with some fabric stiffness, two areas of faint color inconsistency and light perspiration fading at underarms (concealed by sleeves)
measurements:
neckline opening: 5 ¾” across (snapped closed)
neckline plunge: 3” from shoulder
shoulders: approx. 15”
bust: 40”
capelet sleeve: approx. 19” from shoulder
bodice length: 18” from shoulder (not including 3 ½” inset obi waist)
waist: 31”
hips: 41”
skirt length: 41” (including 3 ½” inset obi waist)
total length: 50 ½” from underarm; 59” from shoulder
sweep: 68”
label: no label present
size: no size tag present; comparable to modern size medium
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Dimensions:Marked Size: none; comparable to size M (US)Bust: 40 in (101.6 cm)Waist: 31 in (78.74 cm)Hip: 41 in (104.14 cm)Shoulder to Hem: 59 in (149.86 cm)
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Style:Kimono (In the Style Of)
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Place of Origin:Unknown
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Period:1930-1939
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Condition:GoodWear consistent with age and use. Altered (not by designer). Some fabric stiffness, two areas of faint color inconsistency and light perspiration fading at underarms (concealed by sleeves).
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Seller Location:Tucson, AZ
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Reference Number:Seller: 0320.09.006Seller: LU86434879021
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