As we can see this gown seems very simple and plain. This is most likely due to being in the middle/lower class. The dress is made from a cotton material and had a few buttons don the middle of the bodice. With a simple neckline and long sleeves, there most likely has a tight fitted bodice, skirt, chemise, bustle, and corset cover underneath the plain gown.

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size: 18x12in Giclee Print: Godey's Ladies' Fashions, 1880S. :

Domestic Work Dress, cotton twill, American, 1890s

Apron w pockets

Occupational image of a servant, ca. 1861. Private collection.