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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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