Dress
Clothing/Dress/Costume
Entirely hand stitched fine cotton printed with a brown machine design of tiny triangles. Slightly pointed waistline, bodice has neat tucks radiating from center front waist, releasing fullness at bust. V-neckline. Sleeves have narrow upper section above full lower section tapering to the wrist, and at the elbow level a pointed jockey with frill trim. Piped seams. Skirt gathered all around mounted inside the bodice which is lined with heavy cream plain weave cotton. Unlined skirt with a pocket on proper right. Hooks and eyes on the back opening.
G2001.038
Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection
Adult, Female
Historic Costume
Dressing Gown
Female
Cotton
Brown
1840 - 1845
User Age: Adult Gender: Female
American