Girl's Underwear

Original OwnerOriginally owned by Mavis French (American, born 1926)

Clothing MakerMade by Unknown

Dateabout 1928

MediumMachine-knitted silk and cotton, with plastic buttons

DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width ): 19 1/2 x 12in. (49.5 x 30.5cm)

ClassificationsCostume

Credit LineGift of Mavis Davis

Object number2001.47.5

DescriptionThis pink, one-piece, knit underwear is sleeveless and has a low back. A flap (drop) fastens over the seat with four 1/2-inch wide, white plastic buttons. Heavy knit trim of the same color is located at the neckline and armsyces (1/4-inch wide) and at the top of the drop and leg holes (one-inch wide). A cotton crocheted appliqué is applied to the center front, 2 1/2 inches down from the neckline. It is accented with pink embroidery thread underneath. The appliqué is 7/8" x 3 1/8".

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