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    Posted 8 years ago

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    The many.many yeards it took to make this dress for a woman in the Civil War era, would have been paid with money well spent! It must have taken a lot of time, and the dress is beautifully made. The puff or "Leg o' Mutton sleeve style was actually "arm". I cannot imagine how overweight ladies got into and stayed into dress that weighed as much as they did. She is a pleasant looking person that was well loved I am sure--and THAT is all that matters.--The person-- not the size. She is embellished with a gold belt. Nothing else is colored.. Classic statuary in the back'
    On the bottom says : S. Bothwell, photo, Douglas and the unusual back belt design& Running leg "dial" and around the belt, Samuel Bothwell, Artist Douglas. Excellent Condition. I'll find a Skin & Bone counterpoint to this soon and post. But really, none could look more regal that this lady!!

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    1. racer4four racer4four, 8 years ago
      Clearly from the Isle of Man being from Douglas and with the treskilion.
      My husband's mum was Manx and I swear her and her family had this look I think is very Manx. Very round face and high forehead. I'm not saying it is a relative, just it reminds me of her family!
    2. PostCardCollector PostCardCollector, 8 years ago
      How interesting! I had a Manx Cat--Long haired Tortoiseshell, with no tail. I guess this is typical. Best, smartest cat I ever had, and lived to be 16.
      Folks in more isolated places in the world did manage to continue to show their ancient faces longer-- Not much "new blood arriving, I guess. So characteristics such as the lady exhibits are indicative of her birthplace.. I can recognize an Irishman pretty well. My grandmother was Irish (pure) and her friends and family and to this day, I can usually recognize the type before the person says they are O'Brien. Ha ha.
      Yes. I see the really round face and that is a very high forehead! Thanks for your observation!

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