Skirt
19th century (made)
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Skirt made up of joined sections of white muslin embroidered in white cotton, and gathered with drawstring at the waist. Embroidered all over with small flowers and a repeat design of larger flowers and plants at the end borders. Complete piece.
Object details
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| Materials and techniques | Embroidered muslin in cotton |
| Brief description | Skirt of embroidered muslin in cotton, probably made in Bengal, 19th century |
| Physical description | Skirt made up of joined sections of white muslin embroidered in white cotton, and gathered with drawstring at the waist. Embroidered all over with small flowers and a repeat design of larger flowers and plants at the end borders. Complete piece. |
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| Credit line | Given by the Needlework Development Scheme |
| Historical context | Intended for use as clothing, garment. |
| Production | NDS 845 |
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| Accession number | CIRC.258-1962 |
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| Record created | June 25, 2009 |
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