PETTICOAT, BABY'S

Subcollections
Overview

Baby's petticoat made of heavy cotton, Broderie Anglaise trim around neck & armholes.
Six tucks & lace trim at hemline.
Garment is machine sewn and gathered at bodice.
One button & drawstring on back placket.
Possibly the petticoat was part of a Christening ensemble.

Details

Details

Registration number
cwa-org-37-2001.337
Item type
Material
Width
23 cm
Height or length
92 cm
Contextual Information

Broderie Anglaise (French 'English Embroidery') is a whitework needlework technique incorporating features of embroidery, cutwork and needle lace that arose in England in the 19th century. Broderie Anglaise is characterized by patterns composed of small holes or eyelets bound with overcast or buttonhole stitches. Later Broderie Anglaise also featured small patterns worked in satin stitch.

Primary significance criteria
Historic significance
Shire of Toodyay

Shire of Toodyay

Organisation Details
View Collection
Item Feedback

Scan this QR code to open this page on your phone ->