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Chemisette

Object/Artifact

Girl’s blouse, entirely hand stitched of fine, cobwebby India muslin. Narrow bound neck edge/collar and narrow cuff bands; very full bishop sleeves. A bit high waisted. No fasteners. Possibly this was considered to be a chemisette."

G2006.051

Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection

1860

User Age: Youth Gender: Female

Blouse

Shirt

Sheer

Muslin

Bishop

Sleeves

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