Petticoat
Clothing MakerMade by
Unknown
Dateabout 1880-1890
MediumHand-stitched wool, with silk embroidery, linen lace, and silk ribbon
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (length x width at waist): 25 1/2 x 20in. (64.8 x 50.8cm)
Hem (circumference): 78in. (198.1cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of Elizabeth N. Ives
Object number1960.128.1
DescriptionWoman's cream-colored wool flannel petticoat, which is slightly gathered across the front and closely gathered across the back. The waistband is a folded-over tan silk moiré ribbon, which ties at the center back. The center back seam, placket opening, and lower waistband edge are embellished with featherstitching in cream-colored silk floss. The lower edge of the petticoat is scalloped and embroidered with a floral vine. The blue marking of the embroidery pattern is evident under the stitching. A linen Torchon lace extends 11/4-inch beyond the scalloped hem.
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