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Entirely hand-stitched child’s dress or smock made of heavy unbleached linen. Replicates a farmer’s smock with dense decorative smocking in the top center front between embroidered paisley-esque motifs executed in natural linen thread. The back matches, with a center back placket. Two-piece pointed collar. Moderately full sleeves, underarm gussets, gathered into narrow cuffs. The collar, cuffs and embroidered sections are outlined with feather stitching. Deep hem. Mother of pearl 4-hole buttons.

G2009.050

Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection

Youth

Historic Costume

Dress

Unisex

Linen

White

1885 - 1900

American

Massachusetts

United States of America

North America

Reform

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