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Estate of Florence S. M. Crofut, gift of Mrs. George H. Day, 1974.50.197  © 2010 The Connecticu…
Shirtwaist
Estate of Florence S. M. Crofut, gift of Mrs. George H. Day, 1974.50.197 © 2010 The Connecticut Historical Society.

Shirtwaist

Clothing MakerMade by Unknown
Date1915-1920
MediumCotton
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineEstate of Florence S. M. Crofut, gift of Mrs. George H. Day
DescriptionWhite, cotton shirtwaist with center front closure, long sleeves, high collar, french cuffs, elastic at waist, bobbin lace, and tucks. High, rounded collar, and french (double) cuffs are edged in bobbin lace. Center front opening is edged with bobbin lace insertions and multiple rows of vertical tucks radiating out from the center front with five small tucks then one large tuck, then five more small tucks and ending with one large tuck. Shirtwaist back also has a series of twelve vertical tucks. Center closure has six covered buttons but closes with hooks and eyes. Shirtwaist hem has small casing with thin elastic cording.
Object number1974.50.197
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