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Boy's Petticoat
Boy's Petticoat

Boy's Petticoat

Original OwnerOriginally owned by Frank Dwight Case American, born 1865
Clothing MakerMade by Unknown
Date1866-1867
MediumHand-stitched cotton, with porcelain buttons
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (length x width across bodice): 18 x 11in. (45.7 x 27.9cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of Mrs. Frank Dwight Case
DescriptionSmall child's petticoat, gathered onto a straight bodice, 4 1/2 inches long, with white cotton tape shoulder straps. The petticoat opens at center back for ten inches and fastens with three white porcelain buttons. The petticoat is decorated with bullion stitch embroidery in a floral design around the scalloped hem. Above this are three narrow tucks.
Object number1955.5.1.2
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