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Chemise
Object/Artifact
Entirely hand stitched white heavy linen, the wide scooped neck band embroidered with coarse eyelet and scallops. Sleeves and body cut as one. Sleeves similarly trimmed. Front opening slit with pair of buttonholes. 4 small gores at bottom.
G91.055
Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection
1865
User Age: Adult Gender: Female
American
chemise
woman
female
hand stitched
linen
embroidered
embroidery
eyelet
scalloped