Name/Title

Dress

Entry/Object ID

G91.102

Description

Light delaine wool block print; fuschias and vines in vertical bands. Gathered piece over bodice, edged with aqua (once green) silk fringe; straight sleeves (later enlarged) with later flared cuff effect. Full skirt slightly longer in back. Skirt interlined with tarlatan. Deep bodice point. Partial front opening for nursing

Collection

Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection

Made/Created

Date made

1845

Notes

User Age: Adult Gender: Female

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nursing, maternity, delaine, block print, fringe