1812-1820
GUSN-46370
Sheer white embroidered with serpentine foliate bands (chain stitch and white work). High waist, drawstring neckline. Shirred bands at shoulders. Plain, long sleeves with piping and ruffle with double hem at waist. Drawstring at neckline and waist at back. Front panel extends to hem with side panels extending to hem below front panel. Back side panels.
wedding dresses
dresses (garments)
cotton (textile)
embroidering
stitching
serpentine (shape)
weddings
Women's clothing
Cotton
Hand Stitched
Embroidered
Serpentine
Wedding
Gown, Wedding
Unknown
1960.117
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