Skirt Item Number: Sf1108 from the MOA: University of British Columbia

Description

Rectangular shaped, woven, wool skirt with warp-faced plain weave. Detailed are three bands of light brown geometric patterns of diamonds and triangles on a black ground. Tubular, light brown and black decorative binding on three sides.

Cultural Context

Worn by women; mourning costume.

Narrative

Worn wrapped around the lower body with the design panel at the hem. Worn over the dress; waist is loosely gathered and held in place with a belt.