Infant's Dress
Original OwnerOriginally owned by
Mary Maria Allen
Clothing MakerMade by
Unknown
Dateabout 1816
MediumHand-stitched white dimity
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (length x width across the bottom): 23 1/2 x 19 1/2in. (59.7 x 49.5cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of Frances Becker
Object number2006.67.1
DescriptionHand-stitched white dimity infant's dress. The dress has a casing at the neckline with a drawstring at front and back to adjust the fit. About one inch below the neckline, there is a second casing across the back, containing a second drawstring that adjusts the fit in the back. The dress has very short sleeves with scalloped edges. The sleeves are cut separately and are stitched to the dress at the armscyes; they extend above the height of the neckline. The dress is seamed down the full length of each side. The bottom hem is finished with a scalloped edge that match the edges of the sleeves.
Status
Not on view
