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Chemise

Collection Type

  • Clothing and accessories

Date

1846

GUSN

GUSN-51393

Description

White linen; gathered to yoke; short sleeves, Valenciennes edging on sleeves and yoke.

Details

Descriptive Terms

chemises (underwear)
lace (needlework)
linen (material)
Valenciennes
trousseaux
weddings
Chemise
Chemise

Inscription

1. ""MDL Higginson/8-46"" 2. ""H"" - in red inside neckline

Maker

Unknown

Credit Line

Gift of Mrs. Elizabeth Flavin

Accession Number

1987.156

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