Baby's chemise
Category
Costume
Date
circa 1840 - circa 1860
Materials
Cotton and lace
Measurements
370 mm (length)
Collection
Sudbury Hall Museum of Childhood, Derbyshire
NT 658501
Summary
A baby's chemise made of cotton (circa 1840 - circa 1860) The garment closes with a single linen button and button hole on either shoulder. The sleeves are cut in one with the garment. There is a lace trim that extends all round the neck and sleeve opening.