Infant's Sacque or Jacket
Clothing MakerMade by
Unknown
Dateabout 1865-1875
MediumMachine-stitched cotton
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (length x width across bottom): 10 3/8 x 15 1/2in. (26.4 x 39.4cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of Etta C. Chapman
Object number1953.51.0
DescriptionInfant's sacque or jacket of white marseilles woven in a diamond pattern. The neckline is round and is trimmed with scalloped whitework embroidery under a binding. The center front opening curves back at the bottom corners; it is trimmed with the scalloped whitework edging, continuing along the bottom edge. The coat sleeves are trimmed around the wrist openings with the whitework. The body of the sacque is flared.
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