Dress
Clothing MakerMade by
Unknown
Dateabout 1830
MediumHand-stitched cotton, with brass hooks and eyes
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (center front length x width across shoulders): 15 1/2 x 17 1/2in. (39.4 x 44.5cm)
Hem (circumference): 112in. (284.5cm)
Hem (circumference): 112in. (284.5cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of Peter and Cheryl Stevens
DescriptionWoman's white cotton day dress, with broad neckline and leg-o'-mutton sleeves. The bodice is gathered horizontally, emphasizing the width of the dropped shoulderline. The bodice seams are piped, as are the inside sleeve and wrist opening seams. The waistline is slightly high, measuring five inches under the arm. The skirt is full; it is knife-pleated into the bodice. The dress opens at center back and fastens with brass hooks and eyes. The hem is lined for nine inches with self-fabric.
Object number2002.42.4
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