Woman's 3-Piece Gown (1968.98.9)

Summary: 
Woman's 3-Piece Gown, c. 1878. (Click on image for additional information.)
Description: 

Materials: Silk velvet, satin, and faille, glass and metal beading.

Dress, with two bodices and one skirt, of deep red velvet, off-white faille, and  deep red satin.  The dress is trimmed with off-white, gold and red satin ribbon, off-white lace, gold gimp, faux pearls, and red & white chenille.