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Gift of Mrs. Verner Robert Hunter, 1977.115.15  © 2010 The Connecticut Historical Society.
Shirtwaist
Gift of Mrs. Verner Robert Hunter, 1977.115.15 © 2010 The Connecticut Historical Society.

Shirtwaist

Clothing MakerMade by Unknown
Date1915-1920
MediumCotton
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of Mrs. Verner Robert Hunter
DescriptionWhite, cotton shirtwaist with front closure just left of center, long sleeves, square neckline, french cuffs, bobbin lace, openwork and tucks. Shirtwaist has a center front panel and collar, creating the look of a square neckline. Collar has openwork square design with white embroidered dots and wide bobbin lace edging. Center panel also has openwork square design with white embroidered dots near top and small bobbin lace edging. Similarly, french (double) cuffs are decorated with openwork and small bobbin lace edging. Shirtwaist front has vertical tucks coming down from shoulders. Front closure is just to the left of center, where the center panel meets the left front shirtwaist. Closure secures with small buttons.

Object number1977.115.15
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