RH512 – 1530s Florentine Gamurra

Description

Get this beautiful Florentine gown pattern!

Buy our full-size paper patterns with complete instructions and historical notes for 1530s Lady’s Gown as worn in Florence and the Tuscan region and seen often in the portraits painted by Agnolo Bronzino. Pattern includes large one- or two-piece sleeves, side-back closure, and gathered or pleated skirts. Instructions for camicia (shift) also included.

Fits busts 30½”-48″ and waists 23″-41″.

All sizes in one envelope. Historical notes and embellishment suggestions included.

Suggested Fabrics:

light weight wool or silk taffeta

heavy linen or canvas for interlining

light linen for lining

linen for camicia

Yardage Requirements:

Gown with long sleeves: 6 yds 45″ or 4½ yds 60″ wide

Gown with short sleeves: 5 yds 45″ or 4 yds 60″ wide

Constrasting sleeves: 2 yds 45″ or 1½ yds 60″ wide

Lining: 2 yds 45″ or 1½ yds 60″ wide (bodice & sleeves only)

Interlining: ½ yd 45″ or 60″ wide (bodice only)

Camicia: 3 yds 60″ wide (for fullest version)

Notions:

thread

cord and closed rings (thread eyelets may also be used)