Skirt

Clothing/Dress/Costume

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Genesee Country Village & Museum

Name/Title

Skirt

Entry/Object ID

2021.06.003

Description

Skirt made of black wool herringbone weave. Panels are stitched together and pleated down to the knee in the center front. Pleats at the center back and are stitched down to the knee. Unlined with turned-up hem. Machined seams, with interior hand-stitching. Hook and eye closure at the center back. Very hearty material and pleats indicate that this skirt would or could be worn or intended to be worn for physical movement or minor activity.

Collection

Genesee Country Village and Museum

Category

Adult, Female
Historic Costume

Clothing/Dress/Costume Details

Article of Clothing/Dress/Costume

Skirt

Clothing Sex

Female

Textile Details

Fabric

Wool

Color

Black

Made/Created

Date made

1895 - 1905

Relationships

Related Events

Event

Walking or Recreational