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Gift of Mrs. Bradford Griswold, 1978.105.32  © 2010 The Connecticut Historical Society.
Shirtwaist
Gift of Mrs. Bradford Griswold, 1978.105.32 © 2010 The Connecticut Historical Society.

Shirtwaist

Original OwnerOriginally owned by F. Louise Griswold American, 1885 - 1975
Clothing MakerMade by Unknown
Dateabout 1910
MediumCotton
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of Mrs. Bradford Griswold
DescriptionWhite, cotton shirtwaist with center back closure, 3/4 sleeves, rounded neckline, soutache braid, bobbin lace, and tucks. Sleeves, center front, and back of shirtwaist have an abstract plant design of soutache braid. Sleeves are edged with bobbin lace. Rounded neckline has six small vertical tucks. Back has ten small vertical tucks. Two large tucks start on the front of either shoulder and continue down the back to the hem. Center back closes with small buttons.
Object number1978.105.32a-c
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