Infant's Petticoat
Clothing MakerMade by
Unknown
Dateabout 1860-1890
MediumHand-stitched wool and linen, with silk embroidery
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (length x waist diameter): 20 1/4 x 22in. (51.4 x 55.9cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineConnecticut Museum of Culture and History collection
Object number1995.192.0
DescriptionInfant's cream-colored wool flannel petticoat, gathered into a 5 5/8-inch-wide linen waistband. The bottom of the petticoat is scalloped and finished with a buttonhole stitch. Above this, silk chain-stitch is worked in a 2 1/2-inch-wide band simulating soutache braid. The center back of the petticoat is open for 13 3/4 inches. The blue marking for the embroidery is visible.
Status
Not on view
