Historical information

Brian Millane's grandmother made gown and petticoat in 1881/1882.
Used in 1967 at christening of Brian and Michelle's first child.
Was worn by many generations of the Millane's family.

Physical description

Long cotton christening gown with handmade eyelet/broderie anglais on skirt and bodice.
Four tucks on each side of broderie anglais on bodice.
Sleeves and neckline edged with lace.
Opening at back pearl button and tie at waist.
Pin-tucks in skirt layered between broderie anglais lace.

Petticoat is sleeveless with lace and tucks at hemline.
Opening at back of bodice with ties.