#47

Polished Cotton Print Ensemble with Superb Bonnet
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$450
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Description
3" shoulder width. 7" waist. 11" overall length. Of polished fine cotton in a delicate rose color with printed blue and pale green flowers and leaves,the ensemble comprises a jacket with hand-made buttons and button holes at the frony,elbow-length sleeves,slightly elongated flared back,with matching skirt having fitted waist band and decorated with two bands of horizontal tucks. Along with a woven cap-like bonnet designed to snugly fit the back of the head,having decorative lattice braid on the exterior,fine hand-made lace ruffle,flower sprig,rose ribbons,and original paper-stitched lining. Circa 1865.