Chemise
Clothing MakerMade by
Unknown
Dateabout 1900-1905
MediumHand-stitched cotton with machine-stitched embroidery
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (length x width at widest point across top x hem diameter): 39 x 18 x 72in. (99.1 x 45.7 x 182.9cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of John T. Whitman
Object number1968.8.18
DescriptionWoman's white cotton chemise with a V-shaped neckline insert that appears to have been made from the corner of a handkerchief. This insert is embroidered in feather and outline stitches with a heart and bow. The lower corner is embroidered with a floral pattern, and the hem edge is stitched with pulled threadwork. The center front of the chemise is gathered around the point of the insert. The low, round neckline and armholes are edged with narrow Valenciennes lace. The back of the chemise is gathered into the neckline. The chemise is above-knee length. The bottom is edged with a 3 5/8-inch ruffle, headed by a band of machine-embroidered insertion.
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