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Hand-stitched dress made of green and violet plaid silk taffeta. Basque Top (a) - full bell sleeves with slightly gathered puffs at the top of the sleeve; pointed at the bottom. Bordered with long violet and black fringe; fringe applied on bodice to frame center front opening and spread to shoulders and across the back. Small thread covered. Non-functional buttons to match. Skirt (b) - fully gathered onto a modern acetate waistband.
G2002.112ab
Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection
Adult, Female
Historic Costume
Dress
Female
Taffeta
Purple
Green
1858
American
2
Top - G2002.112a Skirt - G2002.112b
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