Under Skirt Item Number: 3171/5 from the MOA: University of British Columbia
Description
Woman's white under skirt (slip). Garment is long and full, made of a translucent synthetic fabric with a heavy pattern embedded in the material. The cotton chest peice holds two wide shoulder straps and closes at the back with velcro. At the garment’s midpoint two layers of stiff tulle have been added to the interior, reaching to just above the hem, creating a full and rounded look to the garment’s silhouette.
Narrative
Donated by the Korean consul, to represent a woman's complete traditional costume: under garments, skirt, jacket, socks, shoes and norigae ornament (3171/4-10). A man's traditional outerwear costume was also part of the donation: pants, shirt and vest (3171/1-3).
Item History
- Made in Seoul, Korea during 2016
- Owned by Government of the Republic of Korea before May 30, 2016
- Received from Government of the Republic of Korea (Donor) on May 30, 2016
What
- Name
- Under Skirt
- Identification Number
- 3171/5
- Type of Item
- skirt
- Material
- synthetic fibre and cotton fibre
- Overall
- height 138.0 cm, width 128.0 cm, depth 13.0 cm
Who
- Culture
- Korean
- Previous Owner
- Government of the Republic of Korea
- Received from
- Government of the Republic of Korea (Donor)
Where
- Holding Institution
- MOA: University of British Columbia
- Made in
- Seoul, Korea
When
- Creation Date
- during 2016
- Ownership Date
- before May 30, 2016
- Acquisition Date
- on May 30, 2016
Other
- Item Classes
- textiles
- Condition
- excellent
- Accession Number
- 3171/0005