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Gorgas Dress: An Artifact Analysis

Authors
  • Daniel Whitlow (University of Alabama)
  • Virginia Wimberley (Universtiy of Alabama)

Abstract

The subject of this study is a brown velvet day dress from the late 19th century to the turn of the 20th century from the Gorgas Family Archives. Analysis of this garment has been undertaken to explore the methods of construction and establish specific ownership within the Gorgas family. The analysis and results are organized in four sections: description of the artifact, identification, dating, and provenance.

Keywords: couture, Pingat, artifact analysis

How to Cite:

Whitlow, D. & Wimberley, V., (2014) “Gorgas Dress: An Artifact Analysis”, International Textile and Apparel Association Annual Conference Proceedings 71(1).

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Published on
2014-01-01

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