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Chemise
Object/Artifact
Fine linen, machine stitched except for joined selvages and the frills as well as embroidery. All exquisite workmanship. Inscribed name on each: “Libbie C. Wheeler Feb 15, 1863” 1) Chemise has wide scoop neckline, short puffed sleeves finished with sheer organdy frills edged with narrow lace. Front has placket opening with eyelet for button, 2 groups of pintucks on either side. Embroidered vine on neck band, placket, pleats and cuffs. 2) Long, straight drawers set into waistband closed at center back with large mother of pearl button. Open all the way. Vine embroidery on hem beneath 3 bands of pin tucks. Edged with frill like chemise.
G2002.022.1-2
Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection
Adult, Female
Undergarment
Historic Costume
1863
American
chemise
woman
female
wedding
western New York
New York
linen
machine stitched
Wheeler
Organcy
Frill
Lace
Eyelet
Vine
Embroidered
Embroidery
Western New York
New York
United States of America
North America
Wedding