Shift

Original OwnerOriginally owned by Diana Thonson

Dateabout 1780-1810

MediumHand-stitched linen

DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (length x width across top): 45 1/2 x 29 1/2in. (115.6 x 74.9cm) Other (width across bottom): 33 1/2in. (85.1cm)

ClassificationsCostume

Credit LineGift of David Williams Patterson

Object number1950.93.0

DescriptionWoman's shift of plain, medium-weight linen. The threads are streaked with brown and are unevenly spun. The shift front and back are cut as one, with a foldline at the shoulders, which is reinforced with a narrow strip of fabric. It is pieced at the sides to create the necessary flare. The neckline is round and low (about 6 1/4 inches deep), and the sleeves are short (six inches) and tight. Ease is provided by underarm gussets. Seams are selvage-to-selvage, or flat-felled.

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