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Accession Number 1981.27.21 Title black taffeta petticoat Category Clothing, Underwear Object Type petticoat Date Made ca. 1945 Place Made Europe: United Kingdom, England, Yorkshire Culture European Cultural Region European Gender and Age women Materials and Techniques silk; dyed; woven, plain, taffeta Measurements WA 66.0; LE 96.0 cm Description Black taffeta petticoat with gathered waist, hook and eye CB closure, and ruffle at hem; dyed parachute fabric from army surplus; to be worn under evening dress for Victory Ball. Credit Line Donated by Mrs. Marjorie W. Buckley