Fashion — 1865-1870
Skirt
Skirt of purple silk taffeta with all-over design of small pale mauve motifs in clouded technique. Full with pleats into waistband at side and gathers at back; broad flounce at hem trimmed with black piping. Overskirt: two layers, the top shorter layer with points on hem, both trimmed with black piping and fringe. Bustle effect at back. Metal hook and eye fastenings at waist. Pocket sewn into interior.
- Category:
- Fashion
- Object ID:
- 57.52/6b
- Object name:
- skirt
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- Artist/Maker:
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- Production date:
- 1865-1870
- Material:
silk, metal
- Measurements/duration:
- L1090 mm (overall), C 640 mm (waist), W 1500 mm (skirt full extent) (overall)
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- On display:
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- Record quality:
- 40%
- Part of this object:
- —
- Owner Status & Credit:
Permanent collection
- Copyright holder:
digital image © London Museum
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