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Chemise

Dateabout 1805-1825

MediumHand-stitched linen

DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (length x width): 48 1/8 x 31in. (122.2 x 78.7cm)
Other (width across top): 24in. (61cm)

Credit LineGift of Mrs. Leon Hart, in memory of George F. Spencer and his daughter, Martha Linsley Spencer

DescriptionWoman's chemise of plain linen with unevenly colored threads. It is cut with separate front and back panels joined by shoulder straps. The square neckline (four inches deep in front) is gathered on a drawstring, front and back. The sleeves are short (4 1/2 inches) and gathered at the top of the shoulder. Underarm gussets provide ease. The flare at the lower body of the chemise is created by triangular piecing set in the side seams. Seams are finished by spreading the seam allowances and stitching them down.

Object number1967.36.16

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