Name/Title
DressEntry/Object ID
2004.131.24Description
White cotton child's dress with short sleeves and a squared neckline. The yoke and sleeves are accented by angled tucked rows and bands of openwork and embroidered lace, with the lace edging of the sleeves having a pointed shape. The waist has been cartridge pleated and the lower half of the skirt features alternating bands of angled tucked rows and bands of the openwork embroidered lace, with the bottom hem having the same points as the sleeves. The skirt is slightly longer in the back. There is a small cloth covered button on the back neck, along with a tie, and a hook / eye closure at the waist.Collection
Genesee Country Village and MuseumCategory
Child, Female
Historic Costume
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Article of Clothing/Dress/Costume
DressClothing Sex
UnisexMade/Created
Date made
1850 - 1870Place
Country
United States of AmericaContinent
North America