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Child's Long Nightgown

Collection Type

  • Clothing and accessories

Date

1850-1860

GUSN

GUSN-15317

Description

White/discolored; drawstring neckline and capped sleeves trimmed with lace; band embroidered with hearts inserted at shoulder.

Details

Descriptive Terms

nightgowns
cotton (textile)
dimity
stitching
Nightgown
Nightgown

Inscription

Tag on right sleeve: ""Apron $3.50""

Maker

Unknown

Dimensions

29 (H) (inches)

Credit Line

Gift of Mary P. Lord

Accession Number

1944.142

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