Girl's Dress
Original OwnerOriginally owned by
Mavis French
American, born 1926
Clothing MakerMade by
Unknown
Date1930s
MediumMachine-sewn cotton, with metal snaps
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (length x width): 27 1/2 x 27 1/2in. (69.9 x 69.9cm)
Hem (circumference): 56in. (142.2cm)
Hem (circumference): 56in. (142.2cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of Mavis Davis
DescriptionThis sleeveless dress is made from white cotton dotted swiss, printed with pastel yellow, blue, and pink roses. The body is made of two pieces of fabric, stitched at the shoulders and sides, with a 6-inch-wide bertha collar around the neckline. The dress is slightly gathered at the neck at center front and center back. The collar is edged with a small yellow decorative stitch. The 5 1/4-inch placket at the center back is fastened with two 3/8-inch metal snaps.
Object number2001.47.4
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