Shirtwaist
Date1910-1915
MediumCotton
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (length): 21 3/4in. (55.2cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift, Frances Budleski Dapkus Collection
DescriptionWoman's blouse of fine white cotton. The blouse has a round neckline edged by various lace insertions, edgings and appliqués. All of the lace is machine-made. The front of the blouse has two vertical panels with insertions of chemical lace flowers. Strips of lace insertion flank and divide these two panels. A series of four narrow tucks are taken from the shoulders to the hem; beside these are two wider tucks taken just over the shoulder. The sleeves are three-quarter in length, and are decorated with narrow tucks and lace insertions. The center back opening fastens with six mother of pearl buttons. The sides of the back are decorated with a row of lace insertion flanked by two series of narrow tucks. The bottom edge of the blouse is overcast with serging.
Object number2008.32.3
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