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Gift of Seth P. Holcombe, Harold G. Holcombe, Jr., and Shepherd M. Holcombe, 1981.16.6  © 2003 …
Petticoat
Gift of Seth P. Holcombe, Harold G. Holcombe, Jr., and Shepherd M. Holcombe, 1981.16.6 © 2003 The Connecticut Historical Society.

Petticoat

Clothing MakerMade by Unknown
Dateabout 1895-1905
MediumMachine-stitched cotton
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (length): 37in. (94cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of Seth P. Holcombe, Harold G. Holcombe, Jr., and Shepherd M. Holcombe
DescriptionWoman's white cotton petticoat, with a drawstring waist across the back; the front is flat. A 15 1/2-inch-deep flounce of machine-embroidered eyelet is stitched over the petticoat, creating a double layer for extra fullness below the knee. Under the flounce, the petticoat is edged with a self-fabric ruffle. The center back opening is nine inches deep.
Object number1981.16.6
InscribedHand-written in ink inside the waist: "Holcombe".
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Not on view
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