Full length cotton slip for christening dress, c. 1895-1896

Name/Title

Full length cotton slip for christening dress, c. 1895-1896

Entry/Object ID

1993.14.144

Description

Acc. No. 93.14.144 Subject Category: Clothing Date or Period: C - 1895 - 1896 Object: Slip. Description: Full length slip of fine white cotton with gathered flounce with scalloped edge of eyelet and embroidered lace. Flounce has a row of 9 pin-tucks above edging. History of Object: Appears to be a slip worn under a christening dress. The garment was worn by Adeline T. Cox as a child. Acquired from: Estate of Adeline T. Cox Date: 7-12-1993