Baby's vest
Category
Costume
Date
1800 - 1900
Materials
Lace, Lawn linen
Measurements
200 mm (Length)240 mm (W)
Collection
Killerton, Devon
NT 1366422.1
Summary
One of two identical baby's vests, probably part of a layette. Made in one piece with additional pieces for the sleeves. The main body of the vest is cut from a rectangle of white linen lawn. Two pieces from a sleeve. Neckline and sleeves trimmed with East Midlands bobbin lace. Entirely hand stitched.