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Plum silk; drawstring neckline; skirt front gathered on self-tie in a drop-front style; bodice lined with linen; hem lined with polished cotton. Inset under armhole for length of sleeve; self-cuffs; possibly shortened; fullness at back between shoulders. Possible maternity garment. Dress altered, visible evidence of earlier seams in bodice.
dresses (garments)
silk (textile)
maternity
Dress
Women's clothing
Silk
Hand Stitched
Maternity
Dress
1991.91A
Unknown
Gift of Margaret L. Platt
1991.91
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