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Entirely hand-stitched girl’s dress made of red-printed calico with a tiny milled square design. Normal waist and modest scooped neckline. Puffed sleeves. Full skirt cartridge pleated onto inset waistband. Faced hem. Back closure with pearl buttons.

G2004.083

Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection

Child, Female

Historic Costume

Dress

Female

Calico

Pearl

Red

1860 - 1865

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