Summary
Checked cotton plisse dress, made on an early (1910) Singer sewing machine of the treadle type which was also donated by Miss Wyke (SH88.387). It was used in Kew, Victoria.
Physical Description
Square necked, sleeveless waisted housedress made from white/yellow/blue and red checked cotton plisse. Metal zip closing. Handsewn hem.
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Acquisition Information
Donation from Miss E. Wyke, Aug 1988
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Date Made
1940-1955
Made on a 1915 sewing machine. -
Place Used
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Type of item
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Overall Dimensions
100 cm (Length), 103 cm (Height)
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Keywords
Clothing, Domestic Work, Handcrafts, Housework, World War I, 1914-1918
