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Entirely hand-stitched child’s dress made of finely checked white cap dimity. Straight neckline with paired drawstrings. Short tubular sleeves with triangular flaps give a cuff effect. Trimmed with narrow Ayrshire edging; also used on hem. Double drawstring at the waist.

G2004.023

Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection

Youth

Historic Costume

Dress

Unisex

Dimity

White

1850 - 1860

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