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2023.30
Title
Reversible Linen Workwear Smock
Date(s)
- undated [Pre-1900] (Creation)
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Long sleeve, linen smock. Pullover in style, the smock has an open neckline and a large, flat collar. A panel of smocking is found around the opening. As the smock is reversible [front-to-back], the back is identical to the front. Small panels of smocking are also found on each sleeve, near the shoulder and the cuffs. The cuffs themselves button closed. At each side seam there are 3cm splits at the hem.
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No label
Materials: Linen
Measurements: 41cm [Chest]; 72cm [Length]
Details: Long sleeves; smocking
Physical condition: Worn
Materials: Linen
Measurements: 41cm [Chest]; 72cm [Length]
Details: Long sleeves; smocking
Physical condition: Worn
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Smocking involves gathering and decoratively stitching fabric. Smocking also serves a practical purpose of controlling volume and provide a certain amount of strength and waterproofing.