Museum Collections
Luce Center
Petticoat
Object Number:
1978.65.12
Date:
1850-1900
Medium:
Cotton, needlepoint lace
Dimensions:
Overall: 31 3/4 x 22 1/2 in. ( 80.6 x 57.2 cm )
Description:
White cotton sleeveless christening gown petticoat with a round neckline trimmed with needlepoint lace; armholes trimmed with needlepoint lace; pleated around the band waistline; extremely long skirt with three bands of two tucks and a band of floral needlepoint lace above the hem; hem trimmed with needlepoint lace; four mother-of-pearl buttons up the back.
Credit Line:
Gift of Mrs. Hayward F. Manice
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.




