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1960s Black Linen Hand Painted Butterfly Print Dress

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A superb 1960s black linen shift dress with hand-painted butterfly motifs in green, orange, red & yellow. The hand-painted butterflies comprise of 3 large butterfly outlines to the front; 1 that broaches the side and 2 smaller butterfly motifs to the rear. They are very cleverly executed being very simple in terms of the painting but accurately showcasing stylised butterflies! The dress has a rolled high-neck collar that leads down in a flattering A-Line to the hem which falls just below the knee. The dress is unlined and closes to the rear with its original zip and single hook & eye at the neck. Size wise, this would fit up to a UK 10 or US 6 and could be worn as is for a summer event or with a polo neck underneath for colder weather. Unlabelled but of good, American manufactured quality. MEASUREMENTS Bust - 36 in. (91.4 cm) Waist - 34 in. (86.4 cm) Hip - 35 in. (88.9 cm) Length - 39 in. (99 cm) Shoulders - 15.5 in. (39.4 cm)
  • Dimensions:
    Length: 39 in (99.06 cm)Marked Size: 6 (US)Bust: 36 in (91.44 cm)Waist: 34 in (86.36 cm)Hip: 35 in (88.9 cm)
  • Style:
    1960s (Of the Period)
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU55011816742
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