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Cream and Black Underskirt
Cream and Black Underskirt
Cream and Black Underskirt
Cream and Black Underskirt

Cream and Black Underskirt

Date1840 - 1860
Object NameUnderskirt
Mediumhaircloth and velvet
ClassificationsFashion and Dress
AcquisitionThe Peggy Walker Gift.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS009347
About MeVictorian ladies wore several layers of undergarments. Usually made from cotton and linen they were often replaced in the winter months with those made from thicker and warmer materials such as wool and haircloth.
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This underskirt is made from haircloth, which is a cotton or linen fabric woven with horsehair. This stiff fabric would have given structure to the layers of skirts worn by Victorian women.

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Red Striped Underskirt
Victorian
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Long White Underskirt
1890s
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Layered Underskirt
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Cream blanket cloth 1/2 crinoline underskirt with flounce torchon lace button
1900s
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Black Quilted Underskirt
Early 1910's
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Cotton Underskirt
early 20th Century
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Circular Stiff Underskirt
Red and Black Striped Underskirt
Red and Black Striped Underskirt
1840 - 1860
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Black Circular Underskirt
1950s
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Bustle Underskirt
1900s
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Stiff Net Underskirt
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Long Cotton Underskirt
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Petticoat With Crochet
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Long Cotton Underskirt
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Pale Blue Underskirt
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Nylon Underskirt
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Silk Underskirt
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Nylon Mini Underskirt
Late 1960s - Early 1970s
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Tunic Style Underwear Dress
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Multi-Coloured Underskirt
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Black Drop Waist Petticoat
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Long Flared Petticoat
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Layered Underskirt
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Long Gathered Underskirt