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Entirely hand-stitched little boy's mourning dress made of black PW probably mohair. Piped armscyes, and piped waist. Smooth bodice. The skirt is pleated toward the center front and the center back. High neckline silk bound. Slightly full sleeves, pleated at the top, retained by 2 rows of chain stitch. Chain stitch makes fake side back seams.

G93.077

Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection

Child, Male

Historic Costume

Dress

Male

Mohair

Black

1837

Joslin, John Kidder

Original wearer of dress

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