What you?ll love about this antique chemise: A rare and beautifully preserved Edwardian / WWI?era child?s chemise or slip, circa 1900?1918. Made of sturdy, rough-woven muslin cotton,and hand sewn seams, it closes in the front with sweet white glass buttons and features delicate hand-tatted lace trim at the hem ? what remains of it still speaks to the fine handiwork of the period. Its petite proportions and authentic attic-find patina make it not only a charming children?s garment, but also a perfect piece for doll costuming or display. Condition: Fair antique condition ? Cotton structurally sound with a lot of typical age staining, tatted trim partially worn away. In ?as found? attic-fresh state. Provenance Note: This piece reflects early 20th-century domestic sewing traditions, when mothers and seamstresses made simple chemises and slips for everyday wear. The use of glass buttons and tatted lace hem detail was common from the late Victorian period through WWI, making it an excellent example of period children?s undergarments or doll dressmaking. Style Aesthetics: ? heirloom textile?? collectible edwardian?? sustainably antique Evokes Anne of Green Gables, Victorian childhood portraits, and attic-find nostalgia. Styling Tips: ? Perfect for displaying on a peg hanger or antique mannequin. ? Could be repurposed or conserved for doll costuming. ? Lovely addition to heirloom textile or museum collections. ? Ideal for period theater or early 20th-century film costuming reference. Measurements (inches, laid flat): Chest: 20? Waist: 10? Length (back neck to hem): 17? Approx. Size: Unknown child?s size; would also fit a large antique doll. Fabric / Materials: Muslin-weight cotton, hand-tatted lace hem, white glass buttons, unlined. Sustainability Note: Sustainably antique ? handmade cotton garment over a century old, a true survivor of slow fashion. Pop Culture Screen Style References: Channels Anne of Green Gables, Little House on the Prairie, and Downton Abbey early 20th-century children?s wear. Costuming a film, theater, or creative project? Contact Miss Kitty ? we have extensive vintage inventory not yet listed and can offer excellent bulk/volume discounts for productions seeking Victorian or Edwardian children?s looks. Thanks for Shopping at The Cats Pajamas! PLEASE ASK Miss Kitty any QUESTIONS BEFORE PURCHASING! Seriously, fire away! We love to chat and want to make sure you're doing a happy dance when your goodies arrive! RETURN POLICY: Our treasures are sold as final sale (no take-backsies!), but your satisfaction is our jam! We get it ? photos can only tell half the story, so don't be shy about those questions! CONDITION: All our finds are sold as-is, straight from a clean, smoke-free zone. Unless we've called out a specific "quirk," these beauties are flawless and ready to shine! SHIPPING: We're on it! Standard 2-day handling, though we usually process same or next day; or if you're in a real big hurry, zip, zap, zoom with 1-day express via USPS or UPS. INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING: Hey globetrotters! Just a friendly heads-up: you're on the hook for any import taxes or customs fees. We play by the rules and give customs the full scoop, so no surprises there!