posted on 2023-07-25, 18:06authored byMiddlebury College Antique Clothing Collection
Grey linen bodice with matching skirt. Bodice has mutton sleeves, pintucking front and back, white lace collar and added to the front of bodice for decoration, front closure placket with hidden hooks and eyes. Heavy patching under the arm and mending on sleeves. Blouse has a placket that could be tucked into skirt. Skirt has pleating througout, fasten back with snaps (probably added later), full length. c.1890