White; "V" panel (bodice front) of elaborate, scrolling floral embroidery with eyelet ruffles; double cap sleeves with embroidery and scalloped edge; eyelet waistband; skirt has panel of embroidered bands (horizontal) with two ruffles; narrow tucks at hem; drawstring neckline.
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Gift of Amelia Peabody
1946.35
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