SKIRT

H1986.425

Skirt of thickly textured black slubbed wool; tightly shaped with dart around waist and hips, flaring into fish-tail train at back; left front placke opening with pocket; closes with hooks and eyes at waist, press studs in placket; lightly gathered at centre back to accommodate small bustle; lined with black silk faille; narrow waistband of cotton tape; hem lined with furr tape. Probably belonged to Emily Prinsep.

Department: 

History Department

Collection

History Collection

Collection Item Data

Accession Number: H1986.425
Accession Date: 6 Aug 1986

Material

Metal

Wool, silk, metal

Silk/Textile
Wool/Textile
Metal/Metal

Measurement

length980mm(centre front)

 


 

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