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Mourning Clothing

Black taffeta dress, ca. 1865

Black taffeta dress, ca. 1865

Item 105815 info
Maine Historical Society

Two-piece black taffeta drop shoulder, round neck dress with a trace of lace at the collar, front bodice closure, and bishop sleeves with small white lace cuffs, as well as a flat front skirt and side pleats. Dated 1860-1865.


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