Woman's Nightgown or Slip
Original OwnerOriginally owned by
Marie Christine Battalino
(American)
Clothing MakerMade by
Unknown
Dateabout 1930-1960
MediumHand-embroidered and hand-stitched white cotton
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (length x width at widest point across top x hem diameter): 32 1/2 x 17 x 50in. (82.6 x 43.2 x 127cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of Marie Peichert
Object number1997.104.1
DescriptionWoman's white cotton slip or nightgown, with V-shaped neckline. The armhole edges and neckline edge are scalloped and finished with buttonhole stitching. The center front is embroidered with a floral pattern. Embroidered slits around the neckline would have been woven with a ribbon, originally. The above-knee length slip is slightly flared towards the bottom. The hem is 1 1/4 inch deep.
NotesHistorical Note: Marie Battalino Peichert wore this while a patient at Hartford Hospital.Status
Not on view
