Butterfly-shaped Skirt Lifter
Datelate 19th Century
Object NameLifter
Mediummetal
ClassificationsFashion and Dress
Dimensions2.5 x 14.1cm
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS001570
About MeTong-shaped ladies shirt lifter, formed with butterfly clamp. The skirt lifter was concealed inside an open pocket in Victorian lady's and when she passed over muddy streets she was able to raise the hem of her skirt with decorum and avoid getting it dirty.
c.1914
1942
1945-1951
1907 - 1910
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