Infant's Chemise
Clothing MakerMade by
Unknown
Dateabout 1845-1865
MediumHand-stitched linen with linen bobbin lace and mother of pearl button
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (length x width): 14 3/4 x 15in. (37.5 x 38.1cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineBequest of Martha R. Lambert
Object number1979.68.233
DescriptionInfant's chemise of white linen. The body is gathered into a one-inch band, which forms a very wide neckline. The sleeves are about 3 1/2 inches long and are also gathered into the neckline band. The sleeves are cut with a square extension which folds up diagonally to create a gusset under the arm. The neckline band and sleeves are edged with narrow, slightly coarse, bobbin lace. The center back is open for about 4 1/2 inches and fastens with a single mother of pearl button at the neckline band. The seams are flat-felled.
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