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Infant's Pinafore
Infant's Pinafore

Infant's Pinafore

Clothing MakerMade by Unknown
Dateabout 1800-1840
MediumHand-stitched cotton
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (length x width): 10 1/4 x 8in. (26 x 20.3cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of Mrs. Frank M. Chapin
DescriptionSmall infant's pinafore of white twill-woven cotton with narrow woven brown stripe. The pinafore is cut as a rectangle; the narrow ends are folded towards the center back. Semicircles are cut out along the top edge, and a shoulder strap is sewn across the top to form armholes. A drawstring is encased across the front for adjusting the fit. Another drawstring ties at the top of the center back opening.
Object number1953.19.15
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