Entirely hand-stitched chemise made of unbleached coarse cotton muslin . Scoop neckline with a narrow yoke. Straight sleeves with gussets. Front placket with 1 mother of pearl button. Narrow arm reinforcements. Long gore front and back. Butted selvages. Neck and sleeves edged with thick narrow rik-rak crocheted on.
Collection
Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Article of Clothing/Dress/Costume
Chemise
Clothing Sex
Unisex
Textile Details
Fabric
Muslin
Color
White
Made/Created
Date made
1865
Notes
User Age: Adult
Gender: Female
Ethnography
Culture/Tribe
American
Lexicon
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