Hello & Welcome to the Textile Trunk! I’ve never seen another like it! A remarkable find. This textile is an antique middle to late 1800’s petticoat that was made with indigo blue ( with a purple tint) linen that was treated with bees wax for repelling dirt! A fabulous hand smocked & trimmed with lace on the edge. The fabric is a light weight, linen cotton blend. hand worked, it’s WONDERFUL ! I could get lost in the detail of this skirt. I just noticed this fabulous Zig Zag pattern on the closure side , a treat to find! This textile has a crisp hand ~ This textile is a work of art ~ ( E150 ) MEASUREMENTS : This gorgeous Vintage French skirt measures : 28 inches long 28 inch waist CONDITION : This lovely textile is in as found condition, with light storage dust. Beautiful condition. When held to the light, I can see a few tiny pin holes. The claps is rusted. 05/12/20 Indigo Blue Dyed Antique French Chintz Skirt With Bees Waz Coating, Petticoat Late 1800’s Lace Trim Dark Academia
