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Dress

Collection Type

  • Clothing and accessories

Date

1860-1890

GUSN

GUSN-13119

Description

Two-piece. High collared bodice with hook and eye closure. Four button front closure. Black lace yoke. Sleeves trimmed with black and white lace. Skirt has gathered waist and three-inch pleated hem. Both top and bottom lined with glazed cotton.

Details

Descriptive Terms

dresses (garments)
cotton (textile)
glazing (coating)
lace (needlework)
Dress
Dress

Maker

Unknown

Credit Line

Gift of Mrs. Willie Ousler

Accession Number

1997.65

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