Not currently on display at the V&A

Petticoat

1930s (made)
Artist/Maker
Vionnet (designer)

The V&A acquired this petticoat along with 5 others and 4 dresses designed by Madeleine Vionnet.


Object details

Category
Underwear
Object type
Petticoat
Materials and techniques
Silk
Brief description
Petticoat, Vionnet, silk, F, France, 1930s.
Physical description
Sheer rose coloured knee-length silk petticoat. Longer hem at back. Visible seam down centre back.
Dimensions
  • Front length: 104cm
  • Back length: 110.5cm
  • Bust circumference: 37cm
  • Waist circumference: 38cm
Summary
The V&A acquired this petticoat along with 5 others and 4 dresses designed by Madeleine Vionnet.
Collection
Textiles and Fashion Collection
Accession number
T.384-2009

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Record createdJune 27, 2011
Record URL
https://collections.vam.ac.uk/item/O1223967/petticoat-vionnet/
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