Номер объектаM2010/085:004
ОписаниеLadies' undergarment from 19th century. Short, for upper half of the body. Sometimes referred to as a "short stay". Camisole lavishly decorated with lace, crochet ribbons and flowers. Buttoned on the side with tiny hooks. Worn close to the body, probably under a petticoat. This item of lingerie belonged to and was presumably worn by the donor's grandmother and great-grandmother. The family originated in Poland, migrated to England, and around 1914 migrated to Australia, arriving with practically nothing. There is nothing essentially Jewish about this item. It is a relic of an era when dress generally (and lingerie in particular) was elaborate and lavish, with silk and lace.
Темаfashions of the 19th century
Наименованиеunderwear
Материалcotton, silk
Кредитная линияSydney Jewish Museum Collection, Donated by Fae Abeshouse