19th C. To include a variety of chemises and shifts, petticoats, drawers, blouses and corset covers, nightgowns, and bonnets. (11) nightgowns; (16) shifts and chemises; (13) drawers (some are closed and some are split); (24) petticoats; a woven textured cotton cloak; (8) under blouses and corset covers; (4) bonnets; (3) corsets; (4) aprons; a combination drawers and corset cover; (2) mismatched sleeves; a kerchief. All show wear consistent with age and use. Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Old Dartmouth Historical Society, New Bedford, Massachusetts. Proceeds to benefit the collection. All show wear consistent with age and use.
