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Girl's dress
American
1810–20
Object Place: Salem, Massachusetts, United States
Medium/Technique
Embroidered cotton gauze (leno weave)
Dimensions
CB 109.2 cm (43 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Sally G. Straus
Accession Number2003.147
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAmericas, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsCostumes
DescriptionGirl's high-waisted gauze dress with puff sleeves, drawstring neckline and waistband; hemline has pintucks and an embroidered floral design
ProvenanceAccording to family tradition, made and worn by Sarah Winn (donor's great, great, great aunt); inherited by Sally G. Straus; gift to MFA, March 26, 2003