Petticoat
Clothing MakerMade by
Unknown
Dateabout 1900-1910
MediumMachine-stitched cotton, with a mother of pearl button
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (length x hem diameter): 29 x 78 1/2in. (73.7 x 199.4cm)
Other (waist diameter): 32in. (81.3cm)
Other (waist diameter): 32in. (81.3cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of Mrs. Bradford Griswold
DescriptionWoman's white cotton petticoat, gathered slightly into a 1 3/8-inch-wide waistband. The center back is open for 10 3/4 inches and closes with a single mother of pearl button at the waistband. The petticoat is gored for extra flare. It is finished at the bottom with a three-inch eyelet-embroidered ruffle.
Object number1978.105.6
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