Tie-dyed Gown

A gown, made from two wide strips of, likely imported, machine woven cotton. The cloth has been tie, and stitch, dyed, with indigo. Stitch dying is more prominent on the top half, and resembles methods of dying for making garra cloth.

Further Information

  • Type: Regalia, Costume, dress
  • Object: Tie-dyed Gown
  • Materials: Textile
  • Culture Group: Other
  • Dimensions: 1960mm [L] x 1240mm [W]
  • Production Date: Pre 1934
  • Associated Places: Unknown
  • Associated People: Charles A. Beving
  • Museum: British Museum
  • Accession Number: BM:Af.1934.307.282

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