Australian beaded crepe day dress. c. 1942.(LC). Black satin back crepe dress with beads.(AD).

Drapery business established in 1839 by Joseph and Caroline Farmer which became a retail empire and social institution. Located initially opposite the Victoria Theatre in Pitt Street, it expanded into a purpose built department store further south on Pitt Street in 1874.
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Farmers of Sydney

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

A7146 Dress, with belt, beaded, crepe rayon / satin / glass / plastic / metal, Farmers, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, c. 1942

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Beaded crepe dress by Farmers of Sydney

Object No. A7146

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