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1994.59.83
Petticoat
1994.59.83

Petticoat

Clothing MakerMade by Unknown
Dateabout 1915-1930
MediumHand-stitched silk and cotton and machine-stitched net lace, and metal hooks and eyes
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (length x hem diameter): 33 x 90in. (83.8 x 228.6cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of Jane Eleanor Hofer Kettendorf
DescriptionWoman's petticoat of ecru silk crepe, set smoothly into a narrow bias cotton binding for a waistband. The petticoat has a 21 1/2-inch-deep flounce of machine-stitched net lace. The petticoat is fastened at the center back, with a 4 1/2-inch overlap that hooks at each side.
Object number1994.59.83
On View
Not on view
Front of dress with one petticoat
Unknown
about 1905-1915
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