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Dress - short

Collection Type

  • Clothing and accessories

Date

1820-1835

GUSN

GUSN-30634

Description

White; plain--plain drawstring neckline; capped sleeves w/ ruffle and drawstring; waistband; scalloped and embroidered hem has 3 bands of narrow tucks; tab at waistband where dress was pinned in place.

Details

Descriptive Terms

dresses (garments)
cotton (textile)
stitching
Children's clothing
Cotton
Hand Stitched
Women's Clothing
DRESS

Maker

Unknown

Accession Number

1925.437

Places

Massachusetts (United States)

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