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1808-1812
GUSN-42203
White embroidered with geometric pattern of French-knot flowers; drawstring neckline at front and back; Empire waist, fullness gathered in back at waist with double drawstring; short sleeves with finely hemmed, ruffled and one covered button. one tuck at hem, narrow ruffle, slight train, narrow waistband.
dresses (garments)
cotton (textile)
embroidering
stitching
super
Empire (style)
geometric patterns
floral patterns
Dress
B3425
Unknown
Gift of Miss Rosanna Thorndike
1945.17
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