Women's Chemise
1860s (Date manufactured/created)
1850s (Date manufactured/created)
1850s (Date manufactured/created)
Cotton
A white linen chemise. The garment is cut with a narrow yoke to which the body is gathered. The sleeves are gathered to the shoulder and have a small gusset. There is a dense short ruffle around the ovular neckline and sleeve edge. Fastened in back with 2 very small buttons ( one missing ).
Hand sewn.
L: 42 1/2", W: 37" ( at hem )
Condition: good, torn underarms, staining
Hand sewn.
L: 42 1/2", W: 37" ( at hem )
Condition: good, torn underarms, staining
96.54