Child's Drawers
Original OwnerOriginally owned by the
Clark family
American
Clothing MakerMade by
Unknown
Dateabout 1890-1900
MediumHand-stitched cotton
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (length x width across bottom): 13 x 24 1/2in. (33 x 62.2cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of Harriet L. Clark
DescriptionChild's drawers of white cotton shirting, with a woven design of diamonds in a grid. The legs are plain. The drawers are gathered into the waistband, which is narrower (5/8-inch) in front than in back (1 1/4-inches). The sides are open for about 4 1/2 inches. The waistband has a button closure at each side opening, although the buttons are now missing. The drawers are pieced in the crotch.
Object number1985.43.18
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