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Petticoat

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Petticoat by Alexander McQueen. A long, cream-colored skirt with multiple layers of gathered and ruffled fabric. The skirt is asymmetrical, with one side featuring a long train extending downwards. The fabric appears to be a lightweight material, possibly silk or cotton, with a subtle sheen. The background is solid black.

Artwork details

Date:
late 1870s
Medium:
cotton
Culture:
American or European
Dimensions:
296 × 625 px
Museum record:
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