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Gown, Dressing
Object/Artifact
Entirely hand stitched; brown/tan cotton rainbow stripe print lined with lesser-quality print; round collar with pleated edging; gathered front with straps at upper chest, fitted back bodice with added very long self ties; hook and self ties at neck; Gigot sleeves; no other fasteners- evidence of other fasteners-- evidence of pinholes in strap closure.
G88.148
Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection
1825 - 1830
User Age: Adult Gender: Female
American
Dressing Gown
Woman
Female
maternity
hand stitched
Gigot
Maternity