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Medium
silk (satin), cotton, metal
Measurements
136.0 cm (centre back) 36.0 cm (waist, flat)
Place/s of Execution
Australia
Accession Number
D304-1977
Department
Australian Fashion and Textiles
Credit Line
National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne
Gift of Rex D. Jones and Mrs I. D. Gowan, 1977
Gallery location
Not on display
Physical description
Skirt of black satin constructed of five panels. Front is flat with some fullness at back. Front features five bands of black lace, each laid on the diagonal and descending down the skirt. Each band is finished with a black satin covered button. Left proper side opening fastened with metal hooks and eyes. The skirt is backed in black cotton.