Petticoat
Clothing MakerMade by
Unknown
Dateabout 1890-1895
MediumMachine-stitched cotton with mother of pearl buttons
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (length x hem circumference): 36 1/4 x 95in. (92.1 x 241.3cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of Mrs. Seth P. Holcombe and Mrs. Gilbert A. Wicke
DescriptionWoman's petticoat of plain white cotton, with a 2 5/8-inch-wide shaped yoke at the hips. The petticoat is stitched smoothly into the yoke across the front and gathered across the back. The petticoat has a 7 3/4-inch-deep ruffle sewn around and over the bottom, creating a double layer. This ruffle is machine-embroidered whitework with a continuous floral pattern. The ruffle is headed by a narrow band of decorative woven tape imitating embroidery. The center back opening extends 11 1/2 inches and fastens with two mother of pearl buttons on the waist yoke.
Object number1981.26.4
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