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Entirely hand-stitched girl's dress made of white semi-sheer muslin. Embroidered in white cotton Tambor and drawn threadwork. There are narrow vertical rows of vines up the center front. Small sprigs scattered rather symmetrically throughout. Completely open in the back. Drawstrings at the neck, waist, and (short) sleeves. High waist. High armscyes.

G92.074

Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection

Child, Female

Historic Costume

Dress

Female

Muslin

White

1810

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