Name/Title
ChemiseEntry/Object ID
G88.319Description
All cotton except for linen sleeves, entirely hand stitched; front has inset panel of 5 vertical rows of ruched cotton strips joined by drawn thead insertion; similar treatment of sleeve tops, which are straight; edging of ruffled band of drawn threadwork and lace on sleeves and lace on sleeves and scoop neckline. No gussets, gores; 1” [hem?] Rather short.Collection
Bruce and Susan Greene Costume CollectionMade/Created
Date made
1850 - 1870Notes
User Age: Adult
Gender: FemaleLexicon
Search Terms
chemise, woman, female, linen, cotton, hand stitched, ruched, ruche