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Chemisette
Chemisette

Chemisette

Clothing MakerMade by Unknown
Dateabout 1800-1840
MediumHand-stitched cotton
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (length x width): 10 1/4 x 17in. (26 x 43.2cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of E. Katherine Quintard
DescriptionWoman's chemisette of white cotton with a turn-down collar with rounded corners. The collar is edged with a one-inch-wide, self-fabric whipped ruffle. The center front opening is also edged on each side with a ruffle. The chemisette is 7 7/8 inches long in front, with a straight edge along the bottom; it is pointed at the center back, which is 5 3/4 inches long. It would have pinned in place, as evidenced by the numerous pin holes on the fabric.
Object number1962.26.23
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