Dress

Maroon wool dress inscribed "E.M." and "1852", Mount Lebanon, NY

1830-1854

Object ID:
1980.19281.1
Community:
New York, Mount Lebanon
Makers
Shaker
Description

Handwoven brown wool, plain weave. Bodice and sleeves lined with indigo blue and white printed cotton. Sleeve cuff is lined with brown and black printed cotton. Brown glass domed button closure at cuff. High waisted, straight styling 3" dow from armscye. Double drop apron front. Closed using straight pins.

New York Mount Lebanon

New York Mount Lebanon

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Shaker Museum Dress. https://shakermuseum.us/object/?id=19169. Accessed on October 18, 2024

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