Slip worn by survivor of the Holocaust while in hiding
Extent and Medium
overall: Height: 35.980 inches (91.389 cm) | Width: 33.270 inches (84.506 cm)
Archival History
The slip was donated to the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum in 1992 by Lola Teitel, the sister of Pearl Libatter.
Acquisition
United States Holocaust Memorial Museum Collection, Gift of Lola Teitel. In memory of my Family.
Scope and Content
Worn by Pearl Libatter while in hiding with her sister, Lola Teitel, in the forests of Chodorow, Poland, for approximately one and a half years up until the time of liberation.
Conditions Governing Access
No restrictions on access
Conditions Governing Reproduction
No restrictions on use
Physical Characteristics and Technical Requirements
Full-length white undergarment with open work and embroidered flowers at top of bodice. Several patches or cloth inserts at underarm areas and back center. Dark red stains on front and back.
Genre
- Object
- Clothing and Dress