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Young woman's muslin dress, ca. 1830

Historic Clothing Collection - 1830-1850 - Page 2 of 3

"… In this age of cotton industry growth, attractive 1840s printed cottons were affordable and readily available, yet they are scarcely in evidence in…"

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Figured silk evening dress, ca. 1845

Historic Clothing Collection - 1830-1850 - Page 3 of 3

"… of plain and woven patterns predominate the 1840s examples. A not very skillfully sewn, gold woven leafy stripe silk dress with an almost-bloused…"

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Leavitt family coat-dress, Eastport, ca. 1830

Historic Clothing Collection - 1830-1850 - Page 1 of 3

"… puff lingered for a time, competing with the new 1840s straight sleeve. The same three gowns also illustrate 1830s bodice pleat and gather…"