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Cotton print dress entirely hand-stitched. For a small child, but too large for a toddler. Fabric is a cotton print of tan circles with brown stripes across circle. Gathered bodice attached to square neckline and shoulder straps. Short sleeves, lined with natural cotton, with piping between sleeve and shoulder. Two rows or gathered flounced fabric trimming sleeve. Waistband of self fabric, with skirt with one large tuck halfway down. Generous hem. CB closure of 5 buttons. Skirt and bodice unlined.

2024.08.005

Genesee Country Village and Museum

Dress

Historic Costume

Dress

Unisex

Cotton

1848 - 1855

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