Petticoat

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Petticoat by Paquin. A long, cream-colored skirt with a wide waistband is displayed on a mannequin. The skirt is gathered at the waist and falls in loose folds to the floor, extending out to the sides. A decorative panel with a repeating pattern is sewn into the bottom hem. The fabric appears to be a lightweight material, possibly cotton or linen, with a smooth texture and subtle sheen. The skirt is shown against a plain white background, with a wooden platform visible under the mannequin.