Petticoat

Name/Title

Petticoat

Entry/Object ID

G86.075

Description

Machine stitched heavy (sheet-like) cotton. 22” waist, 33” long in front, 35” in back. Gored, slight gathers in waist. Button in back. Bottom has slightly gathered 7” ruffle of eyelet; underneath is another ruffle with 6 small tucks and eyelet edging.

Collection

Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection

Made/Created

Date made

1890 - 1900

Notes

User Age: Adult Gender: Female

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Search Terms

petticoat, machine stitched, heavy cotton, gored, double ruffle hem, eyelet

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