Wrapper shown without a hoop.

The garment was shortened, taken in and reworked to update it to a bustle style, probably in the early 1870's.

A closer view of the dropped shoulder line and self-fabric frill.

Closer view of one of the patch pockets and cuff treatment.

Inside view of the redone hem. The original hem wore through and can be seen as a split. Also showing one of the stains.

Back view showing the princess seams and center back pleating. The flounce forms a slight sweep train.

Interior view showing the bottom of the body of the skirt that lies under the flounce.

Side seam.

Closer view of the center back pleating.

Self fabric button using wood button mold, no shank.

Detail of an old repair.

Linen waist tape attached at the center back seam.

Wrong side showing attachment of one of the patch pockets.

Seams machined with overcasting done by hand.

Detail of how the buttons were attached.