Hand stitched heavy cotton. Deep round neckline, pointed yoke with 3 decorative mother of pearl buttons. Short, straight sleeves with gussets. Butted selvages. 4 medium length gores. No arm reinforcements; no edging.
Collection
Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection
Made/Created
Date made
1865
Notes
User Age: Adult
Gender: Female
Ethnography
Culture/Tribe
American
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