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Child's Apron

Collection Type

  • Clothing and accessories

Date

1860-1880

GUSN

GUSN-15321

Description

Child's apron made from thin bleached linen with a squared neckline decorated with a band of inset whitework embroidery. Apron is open at back from neck to hem. Closure at back with two pearl buttons. Gathered around neck and capped sleeves; hem and sleeves trimmed with lace..

Details

Descriptive Terms

aprons (protective wear)
embroidering
linen (material)
Apron
Apron

Maker

Unknown

Credit Line

Gift of Mrs. William G. Thompson

Accession Number

1942.770

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