1840s
GUSN-5727
Sheer white; "V" style top with bands of eyelet alternating with shirred bands trimmed with soutache; eyelet ruffle extends to back; capped sleeves, neckline, & waistband trimmed with eyelet; 4 pairs of narrow tucks & 1 band of eyelet at hem; drawstring neck & waist; 2 covered buttons.
dresses (garments)
cotton (textile)
eyelets (components)
textiles
stitching
Infant's Clothing
Hand Stitched
Eyelet
Women's Clothing
DRESS
Original to Codman House (Lincoln, Mass.),
Unknown
Bequest of Dorothy S.F.M. Codman
1969.5800
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