5, This item relisted because of non paying buyer. Extravagant 1870\'s Gold Silk Princess Line Bustle Gown: This gownis just fabulous. It looks like an Impressionistic painting from the1870\'s. It is completely original. it is lined in brown cotton. The condition has some issues. There issome shattering on the top of the sleeves and around the neckline. Thereis a 3.5 inch split on the right shoulder and another split about the same sizeon the left side of the skirt above the bow. There is one area ofsplitting on the bottom ruffle at the back.There are photos of these issues. This is too fragile to wear andis so tiny it would be hard to find a woman that would fit in it. Thebust is 29 and the waist is 21. This is a stunning gown that would be greatfor historical reference, and would make a fine exhibition piece if you couldfind a dress form small enough to wear it. The offerding will start at $0.99with . We will be listing all types of garments this week fromthe mid 1850\'s through the early 1910\'s so check us out.