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1827-1828
GUSN-42207
White V-neckline, bodice shirred along center front with 3 bands of lace inserted; piping at seams; long leg o'mutton sleeves with bands of lace; 6 hooks and eyes at back waistband; fullness at back; double flounced hem embroidered with whitework scrolling leaves and flowers, scalloped edges, floral garland embroidered above ruffle seam.
dresses (garments)
cotton (textile)
embroidering
stitching
leaf (plant material)
foliation (pattern)
leaf (metal)
super
Empire (style)
festoon (motif)
floral patterns
flowers (plants)
leaf (plant material)
foliation (pattern)
leaf (metal)
Dress
Women's clothing
Cotton
Mull
Embroidered
Hand Stitched
Empire
Leaf
Flower
Garland
Dress
B3429
Unknown
1942.630
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