Slip

Original OwnerOriginally owned by Columbia Anne Botticello American, 1927 - 2021

Clothing MakerMade by Seamprufe American

Dateabout 1950-1965

MediumMachine-stitched nylon

DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (length x width): 43 x 22in. (109.2 x 55.9cm)

ClassificationsCostume

Credit LineThe Newman S. Hungerford Museum Fund

DescriptionBlack nylon slip, with adjustable ribbon shoulder straps. The neckline in front is V-shaped, with an inset of black lace. A diamond-shaped panel is stitched between and below the bust, with the bust gathered into it. This panel extends around to the sides of the slip. The hem is finished with a 1 3/8-inch-wide strip of sheer, black nylon.

Object number2001.98.1

MarkingsOriginal paper hang tag: "Seamprufe LINGERIE/ 9125 A SLIP [STYLE] BLACK [COLOR] 44 [SIZE]" Tag includes washing instructions. Woven and printed label stitched into the left side seam: "Seamprufe (R)/ MADE IN/ U.S.A./ 100% NYLON/ Fabric/ AVERAGE 44".

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