Wedding Petticoat
Original OwnerOriginally owned by
Margaret Miller
(American, 1874 - 1965)
Clothing MakerMade by
Unknown
Date1901
MediumMachine-stitched cotton, with machine-made lace
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (center back length): 47in. (119.4cm)
Other (center front length): 40in. (101.6cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of Mrs. Elisha H. Cooper
Object number1957.49.14
DescriptionWoman's white cotton petticoat, with a drawstring waist. A 15 1/2-inch-deep flounce of self-fabric alternating with bands of machine-made bobbin lace is stitched to the petticoat so that it creates a double layer for extra fullness below the knees. The layer under the flounce has a seven-inch-deep self-fabric ruffle trimmed with the bobbin-type lace. The petticoat has a slight trian. The center back is open for eight inches.
NotesHistorical Note: This petticoat was worn by Mrs. E. H. Cooper under her wedding dress in 1901.Status
Not on view
