Machine stitched white cotton pinafore edged with simple machine embroidered eyelet scalloped edging. Bib front extends into curved strap that encircles the neck, fastens with what appears to be flat stamped brass oval button of the late 18th century. Skirt is shaped with slight flare and rounded bottom front edge that forms slight scallop with adjoining sections. Shaped in back to fit over a bustle; fastens in back with two simple mother of pearl buttons. Shaped patch pockets on each side, rather far back, trimmed with edging.
Collection
Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection
Made/Created
Date made
1875 - 1885
Notes
User Age: Child
Gender: Female
Ethnography
Culture/Tribe
American
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