Museum Collections
Luce Center
Baby's chemise
Object Number:
1953.337f
Date:
1868-1869
Medium:
Cotton
Dimensions:
Overall: 9 1/2 x 11 in. ( 24.1 x 27.9 cm )
Description:
White cotton baby chemise with a low round neckline; collar folds down in front and back of bodice; short sleeves.
Gallery Label:
This chemise was made by the donor's aunt for an expected child. The baby, however, was stillborn, and the mother died in childbirth.
Credit Line:
Gift of Miss Mary Hallock Crocher
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.