Child's Chemise
Clothing MakerMade by
Unknown
Dateabout 1890-1910
MediumHand-stitched wool, with silk embroidery and silk ribbons
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (length x width across chest): 22 x 12 1/2in. (55.9 x 31.8cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of Phyllis Kihn
DescriptionChild's chemise of cream-colored wool flannel, cut in a flared A-line style. The rounded neckline, armholes, and center front opening (which is nine inches long) are scalloped and finished with buttonhole stitching in cream-colored thread. Three silk bows decorate the opening, which has no visible means of closure. The side seams are covered with featherstitching in matching silk thread. The bottom of the chemise has been cut off and left raw.
Object number1980.38.25
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