Woman's Drawers
Clothing MakerMade by
Unknown
Dateabout 1850-1860
MediumHand-stitched linen, with mother of pearl button and cotton ruffle
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (length x width across the top): 34 x 12in. (86.4 x 30.5cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of Mrs. Editha Jacobs
Object number1963.70.6
DescriptionWoman's white linen split drawers, gathered into a one-inch-wide waistband. The drawers fasten with a single mother of pearl button at the center back waistband. The legs are decorated with two tucks and an insertion made of tape folded to create an openwork design. The legs are edged with a whipped ruffle.
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