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Skirt of Bolivian Fancy Dress Costume
Skirt of Bolivian Fancy Dress Costume
Skirt of Bolivian Fancy Dress Costume
Skirt of Bolivian Fancy Dress Costume

Skirt of Bolivian Fancy Dress Costume

DateLate 19th century
Object NameSkirt
Mediumsilk brocade
ClassificationsFashion and Dress
DimensionsLength: 76cm
AcquisitionThe Peggy Walker Gift.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS006084
About MeLilac silk Bolivian national dress comprising dress with decorated fitted bodice with cream lace and net head-dress stiffened with wire.

The outfit is an example of how elaborate fancy dress costumes of this period can be. National dress and folk costumes were particularly popular during the late Victorian and Edwardian era. The head-dress features the distinctive Bolivian winged shape achieved by a wire frame.