I believe this is of rayon. In beautiful condition, and handmade. There would have been a matching belt, covered with the same fabric, or a solid burgundy to match the slip that would have been worn with this.
If you enlarge the photo you can see the crinkly fabric. Aren't those tulips wild? (That is not a worm, but a piece of yarn I didn't see.)
This shows the front drapery, which is attached at the neck and waist.
The 3/4 sleeves are bias-bound.
The back has a yoke.
You can find patterns for dresses like these in my Etsy store and in the stores of many others on Etsy.
Although it looks shapeless here, it would look marvelous with a slippery rayon slip and a belt to gather it up. If anyone is interested in purchasing this dress, let me know. I also have a wonderful wool felt '40's hat that matches it!
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