Petticoat

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Cream-colored skirt, Petticoat by Mary Phelps Jacob, with a wide waistband, gathered at the top, and a flared shape. The skirt features intricate cutwork designs in a floral pattern, with three large motifs near the top and a band of smaller motifs along the bottom hem. The cutwork is composed of small, rounded shapes resembling flowers or leaves, arranged in a repeating pattern. The skirt appears to be made of a lightweight fabric, possibly cotton or linen, with a smooth texture and a subtle sheen. The background is solid black.