petticoat


petticoat

Summary

Short sleeved bodice with pointed front and low oval neck. CB opening, fastening with six linen buttons (one missing) and one hook and eye. Drawstring at the neckline; edged in broderie anglais whitework, as are sleeves. Full skirt. CB opening containing 11" into skirt. Slit on right side for access to pocket. Unlined.


Object Name

petticoat

Date Created

c.1840-1850

Dimensions

Length: 117cm
Circumference: 261cm

accession number

1985.136

Place of creation

United Kingdom

Medium

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