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Skirt
Clothing/Dress/Costume
Skirt made of black wool herringbone weave. Panels are stitched together and pleated down to the knee in the center front. Pleats at the center back and are stitched down to the knee. Unlined with turned-up hem. Machined seams, with interior hand-stitching. Hook and eye closure at the center back. Very hearty material and pleats indicate that this skirt would or could be worn or intended to be worn for physical movement or minor activity.
2021.06.003
Genesee Country Village and Museum
Adult, Female
Historic Costume
Skirt
Female
Wool
Black
1895 - 1905
Walking or Recreational
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