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Collection |
Clothing-Undergarments |
Catalog Number |
XC.04.82 |
Object Name |
Nightgown |
Other Name |
Chemise, Shift |
Date |
1900 ca. |
Creator |
Maker Unknown |
Place of Origin |
American |
Material |
Cotton |
Dimensions |
L-47 inches |
Description |
A ladies machine made chemise comprised of white cotton. The chemise has a low scooped neckline and center front button closure using seven buttons. There is lace trim attached to the neck. On the proper left side there is a self-fabric pocket attached. The chemise is sleeveless but the excess of fabric appears as a short cap sleeve. The opening of the sleeve is also trimmed in the lace. There is an inset waistband and the skirt is gored. There is a cinched section of fabric at the back waist. |
Provenance |
There is no information about the maker or origin of this piece. |
Cataloged by |
C.Harvey |