On View
Not on viewchemisette
Dateca. 1890
Terms
- Chemise
Dimensions55.88 × 36.83 cm (22 × 14 1/2 in.)
Object numberCOS76.151
DescriptionWhite cotton chemisette, meant to be seen under the neckline of a dress. When lying flat, the upper border of the chemisette has three distinct sections: small scallops, large scallops, and a smooth, unscalloped area. It is decorated with cutwork pattern known as broderie l'anglaise, featuring scalloped lines of teardrops and wheel-like flowers.
Collections
- Historic Clothing
Object number: COS86.64
Object number: PER1161.2.21