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Dress
Clothing/Dress/Costume
Boy’s frock top made of white cotton with small red polka dots. Trimmed with bands of paisley print to match. Godets to add to the flare of the skirt. Back opening with eyelets for buttons. Similar eyelets in front set within a narrow box pleat. Belt loop on each side for long rope tie with tassels.
G2002.032
Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection
Child, Male
Historic Costume
Dress
Male
Cotton
Cream
Red
1855