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Pinafore
Object/Artifact
Cotton (microscope identified) printed with mauve spots ringed with black, entirely handstitched; white tape forming vandykes edging along neckline & sleevs; waistband, gathered skirt 3/4 way around; back bodice has 6 decorative mother of pearl button closing and two brass hooks with thread eyes. About 26” long.
G87.075
Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection
1860
User Age: child Gender: female
American
girl's pinafore
spotted cotton
handstitched
MOP buttons
brass hooks
vandyke edging