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Chemise
Object/Artifact
Entirely hand stitched white cotton. Scoop banded neck, flat sleeves with inherent gusset, long gores both down right side. Placket opening with 1 (replaced) button, "S.A.I." in red x stitch on front. Backstitching on yoke, and edging of Broderie Anglaise on neck and sleeves. Front rip repaired.
G90.243
Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection
1855
User Age: Adult Gender: Female
American
chemise
woman
female
hand stitched
cotton
button
Broderie Anglaise
Broderie
Anglaise
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