Man's Nightshirt
Original OwnerOriginally owned by
William Whiting Smith
American, 1851 - 1926
Dateabout 1910-1920
MediumMachine-stitched cotton, with mother of pearl buttons
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (center back length x width across shoulders): 52 x 22 1/4in. (132.1 x 56.5cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of Marion Gridley Hitchcock
DescriptionMan's nightshirt of white cotton, with a center front button placket opening extending 13 1/4 inches. The placket and the pointed, turn-down collar are edged with decorative woven tape in a matching white. There is a patch pocket, also trimmed with the tape, over the proper left breast. The sleeves are straight and plain, ending in plain faux cuffs. The front and back panels of the nightshirt are curved up at the side seams.
Object number2002.98.4
MarkingsWoven tape label sewn at back of neck: "LAKESIDE".On View
Not on view
