Smock

Clothing/Dress/Costume

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Genesee Country Village & Museum

Name/Title

Smock

Entry/Object ID

G88.184

Description

Entirely hand-stitched smock made of 2-ply linen thread which seems to match what may be handspun / woven, unbleached linen. 3 tucks under the bust. Front placket with 8 functionless China buttons. Hook inside top. Narrow shoulder yoke edged with braid. Front and back pleated into it. Straight sleeves with elbow gathers braid trim on cuffs, yoke, neck, hem, and placket.

Collection

Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection

Category

Youth
Historic Costume

Clothing/Dress/Costume Details

Article of Clothing/Dress/Costume

Smock

Clothing Sex

Unisex

Textile Details

Fabric

Linen

Color

Tan

Made/Created

Date made

1850 - 1860