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Entirely hand stitched linen with cotton. 2.5” frill around curved neck. Frill has surprisingly wide 1/4” hem with good side placed so frill should stand up to present finished edge; separates in center front like a collar. Underarm gussets; short straight sleeves. One side gore on front and one on back; they go half way up. 1/4” hems. Initials “A + P” stitched in gold silk in center front neck.

G95.002

Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection

1780 - 1800

User Age: Adult Gender: Female

American

chemise

woman

female

hand stitched

linen

cotton

frill

silk

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