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Bodice

Clothing/Dress/Costume

Entirely machine-stitched bodice from a 2-piece dress (skirt was not accessioned due to condition) made of gold brocade silk. Short puffed sleeves. High-waisted with point. Crosswise pleated drapes on bust. Centered with double self braid trim. Short puffed sleeves with tucked tops.

G2001.041

Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection

Adult, Female

Historic Costume

Dress

Female

Brocade

Silk

Gold

1838 - 1842

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