Name/Title
DressEntry/Object ID
G2001.040Description
Entirely hand stitched of sturdy cotton printed with stripes in shades of brown. Slightly pointed waistline, bodice has shirred fullness radiating from center front waist, releasing fullness at bust where it is restrained by cording at the shoulders. V-neckline free of lining which shows above it a little. Sleeves have narrow upper section graduating to a slightly fuller lower section rather crudely gathered into a narrow band cuff. Piped seams. Skirt gathered all around mounted inside the bodice which is lined with heavy cream plain weave cotton. Unlined skirt with a pocket on proper right. Hooks and eyes on the back opening. Center front bone missing. Hem faced with brown cotton.Collection
Bruce and Susan Greene Costume CollectionCategory
Adult, Female
Historic Costume
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Article of Clothing/Dress/Costume
DressClothing Sex
FemaleTextile Details
Fabric
CottonLining
CottonColor
BrownMade/Created
Date made
1845 - 1850Notes
User Age: Adult
Gender: FemaleLexicon
Search Terms
cotton, piped seams, hand stitched, striped