"1772. Obfervations for October.
October Ale, when good, and of right Age,
Will warm your Blood, Poor Robin dares engage:
Befides too, 'twill immod'rate Thirft affwage;
But, too much on't, makes drunken Sots to rage."
Poor Robin 1772
A Sure and a Very Certain Prognostication.
#October #Autumn #1770s

Each of the separate components of this gown have survived so that the full effect is possible, from open robe to stomacher to petticoat. Stripes run this way and that in an abundance of fresh greenery, #1770s #philamuseumart #FashionHistory 🗃️🪡

Sometimes just a detail is enough to appreciate. This #1770s gold ribbed silk gown has quite a story from its many alterations, refashionings and later use as fancy dress but this point here is beautifully constructed, seams and sharp pleats and covered buttons all a-glow #VandA #FashionHistory 🗃️🪡