This dress was cut from natural homespun linen woven with a brown check pattern. The square neckline closes with a drawstring at front & back; drawstring at waist. High waistline; long sleeves; 1 tuck at hem. Panels inserted at side seams.
Date:
1808-1814
Maker:
unknown
Material:
hand spinning, stitching, linen (material)
GUSN:
42633
Accession Number:
1931.1908