Petticoat
Clothing MakerMade by
Unknown
Dateabout 1905-1920
MediumMachine-stitched and hand-stitched cotton and cotton filet lace
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (length x hem diameter): 31 1/4 x 61 1/2in. (79.4 x 156.2cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of Percy H. Goodsell, Jr.
DescriptionWoman's white cotton petticoat with a drawstring waist and center back opening. The petticoat has a 13 1/4-inch-deep flounce headed with an inset of filet lace and another row of filet lace over a row of embroidered self-fabric. This flounce, which is edged with filet lace, is sewn over the petticoat, so that there is a double layer for extra fullness. Under the flounce, the petticoat is trimmed with narrow filet lace.
Object number1961.64.109
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