Cream Cotton Chemise with Burgundy Silk Embroidery

Empire / Regency · 1800s · Greek

A sleeveless cotton chemise with a straight, unfitted silhouette typical of early 19th century undergarments. The garment features a simple round neckline with front button closure and falls to approximately knee length. The most striking feature is the elaborate silk embroidery covering the lower third of the garment in rich burgundy and dark red tones, worked in dense geometric and floral patterns. The embroidered border displays intricate needlework with repeating motifs that appear to include stylized flowers and geometric elements arranged in horizontal bands. A decorative black zigzag trim separates the plain cotton upper portion from the heavily embroidered lower section, creating a distinct visual division that reflects Greek folk textile traditions of the period.