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Two piece dress of “invisible green” (very dark, almost black). A) Princess style bodice (polonaise) fitted over hips draped at sides into silk bow-shaped bustle in back. Front closes with brass ball buttons into high stand-up collar. Long straight sleeves with wide silk cuffs trimmed with brass buttons. B) Floor length skirt cut for bustle is pleated all around and edged with two flounces.
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Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection
Historic Costume
Dress
Female
1878 - 1881
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