Petticoat

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Petticoat by artist unknown is a long, cream-colored skirt. The skirt is made of a lightweight fabric, possibly silk or cotton, and has a smooth, slightly shiny texture. It is floor-length, with a wide waistband and a drawstring tie on the right side. The skirt is gathered at the waist and falls in soft folds to the floor. There are two rows of gathering at the bottom of the waistband, and the fabric has a subtle sheen. The skirt is displayed on a mannequin or dress form, which is visible from the waist up. The background of the image is a plain off-white color.