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Entirely hand-stitched girl’s dress made of bright blue and gold changeable silk. Long-waisted. Wide, and shallow scoop neckline. Short, double-frilled sleeves. Silk gathers into the center of the waistband and spreads to the neckline, front, and back. The skirt is beautifully gauffered onto the waistband. Floating PW cotton bodice lining closes with hooks in the back. Silk closes with hooks at the waist and neck. Pocket in proper right side. Skirt lined with tan cambric. The silk is neatly turned up for a hem.
G2005.070
Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection
Child, Female
Historic Costume
Dress
Female
Silk
Blue
1845 - 1855
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