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Sheer discolored white dotted swiss; waistband of same material; ties divided into three sections, first section a continuation of waistband; second section same width but shorter than first, divided by seam , single layer, hemmed at sides and end, end edged with lace. Two front patch pockets edged with lace at top opening; gathered at waist; thicker thread woven into selvages for added support; ruffle edged with lace attached at hem. Length - mid calf.
aprons (protective wear)
linen (material)
hand sewing
Apron
Apron
Embroidered on waistband in red thread: ""X"" possibly dry cleaners mark.
Original to Codman House (Lincoln, Mass.),
Unknown
Bequest of Dorothy S.F.M. Codman
1969.5076
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