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(Update June 2024: I have written and visual evidence that neccesitates reworking all these images and text. The update will be on my research site soon.) The mantua as often described is a garment with a very unique construction. It puts all the side skirt shaping on a single wedge of fabric, made of several...

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I decided that I'd like to have a round gown for summer. Eliminating one layer of fabric certainly helps when going to events on 90+ degree days. A round gown is simply a closed front gown and it would be worn over one petticoat. My first task was to study some pics of extants. You'll notice that they are all similar in style. The top picture is of a center front closing gown with robings which give it the appearance of having a stomacher. There were a number with long sleeves. Basically…

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