Dress
Name/Title
DressEntry/Object ID
G2001.042Description
Entirely hand stitched dress, printed wool. Rainbow purple stripes with large paisley block printed motifs. Closely fitted pointed bodice with round neckline and no drapery. Long straight sleeves with fullness around elbow. Skirt pleated onto bodice. Hooks and eyes up the back. Bodice lined with thin plain weave white cotton. Skirt lined with finer white cotton. Long bone extends down from chin to point.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
WoolLining
CottonColor
Black, Purple, WhiteNotes
block printMade/Created
Date made
1842 - 1848Notes
User Age: Adult Gender: FemaleEthnography
Culture/Tribe
American