Fichu

c. 1875–80 Overall: 193 x 53.3 cm (76 x 21 in.)
https://clevelandart.org/art/2005.133

The fichu was the lady's version of a cravat. In the 18th century it replaced the neckerchief or kerchief in popularity for. The fichu is a kind of short shawl that wrapped over the shoulders to cover the chest for modesty.

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