Infant's Shirt
Clothing MakerMade by
Unknown
Dateabout 1820-1860
MediumHand-stitched linen
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (length x width): 5 7/8 x 11in. (14.9 x 27.9cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of Charles T. Martin
DescriptionInfant's shirt of white linen. It is constructed of a rectangle of fabric, with the narrow ends folded to the center back. The neckline is cut from the top edge; it is wide, shallow, and slightly rounded. The shoulder seams are faggoted. The short sleeves are set into a slit cut in each fold on the sides. The hem of the sleeve opening is headed by decorative drawn threadwork.
Object number1950.393.15
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