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Petticoat
1810-1850
Description
A cotton petticoat with a panel of openwork that terminates with a scalloped edge directly above the hem. Tambour work (possibly with silk thread) is used as a border around each eyelet. Tambour work is also used to create a vine pattern connecting the top row of eyelets and in the design of (daisy-like) flowers at the bottom of the pattern. A length of cotton tape is sewn at the waistline, above an opening at the back (or side) of the petticoat.
Category
Textiles (Clothing)
Place of Origin
Philadelphia; Pennsylvania; Philadelphia; Mid-Atlantic; United States; North America
Materials
- Cotton
- Silk
Museum Object Number
1976.0258
Credit Line/Donor
Museum purchase
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Object Number
1976.0258
Object Name
Petticoat
Category
Textiles (Clothing)
Place of Origin
Philadelphia; Pennsylvania; Philadelphia; Mid-Atlantic; United States; North America
Date
1810-1850
Materials
- Cotton
- Silk
Dimensions (inches)
39 (H) x 11 (W)
Dimensions (centimeters)
99 (H) x 29 (W)
Measurement Notes
Width is measured with the garment in a relaxed position (the skirt is not extended to full width, but laying in a natural state (as photographed)