Dress
Name/Title
DressEntry/Object ID
G2012.024Description
Entirely hand-stitched boy's dress (the skirt is quite short) made of blue and green floral print cotton. Smooth bodice. Straight waist. Very short sleeves with narrow crocheted lace-edged turnback cuffs. Draw sting made of extra wave braid in the wide neckline, meant to be pulled off shoulders. Back opening with concealed brass hook/eye closure. The bodice is lined with sturdy white cotton. Deep hem with a border of white rikrak or wave braid. Well-made.Collection
Bruce and Susan Greene Costume CollectionCategory
Child, Male
Historic Costume
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Article of Clothing/Dress/Costume
DressClothing Sex
MaleTextile Details
Fabric
CottonLining
CottonColor
BlueMade/Created
Date made
1850 - 1855Ethnography
Culture/Tribe
American