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Entirely hand-stitched riding shirt made of cotton. Long, slightly full sleeves with long cuffs to be buttoned only at the base. Hand-embroidered broderie anglaise on standing-frill collar and cuffs. Yoked front and back, with generous gathers in the body in the back and beneath the simple bosom front setting a high waistline. Placket in bosom closes near top with 2 China buttons.
G86.160
Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection
Adult, Female
Historic Costume
Shirt
Female
Cotton
White
1830 - 1850
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