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Handspun, handwoven unbleached heavy tow linen, 37 points per inch x 44 ends per inch. Square neckline with 3/4” hem, corners completed with diagonally folded squares. Large 1 piece shoulder reinforcement. Straight sleeves, .5” hem turned to outside, backstitched. Vents at sides, underarm gussets, no gores, tiny hem. Red cross stitch script “TF 6” at center front .It might be French - it might be a French smock.
G90.197
Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection
1800 - 1840
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