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Object numberCOLEM:1974.101
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Institution nameColchester Collections
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Object name
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DescriptionNightdress of thick white cotton and turn-down collar, bishop sleeves. Initial MF at back of neck. Circa 1880. White cotton nightdress with turn down collar trimmed with broderie anglais trim. Centre front opening from neck to waist, fastening with four mother of pearl buttons. Opening trimmed with broderie anglais frill with feather stitch vertical seam. Yoke front and back. Bishop sleeves finishing with turn back cuffs, trimmed with broderie anglais, revealing feather stitching. Reinforced under arms. Full width of fabric selvedge edge to selvedge edge. Embroidered initials 'MF' at back of neck. Front opening to the right. Wide shoulders.
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Production date1880
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Production periodVictorian
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Material
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Dimensions
- length: 1300.00 mm
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LocationIn Store
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