Three 19th Century Quilted Petticoats

This lot includes three petticoats.

THE FIRST
Black silk taffeta quilted petticoat lined in polished cotton with internal tie-backs and back waist button closure.
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Approximate Measurements:
Waist: 35"
Hips: 63"
Length (side waist band to hem): 43"

THE SECOND
Black polished cotton quilted petticoat with pink topstitching, blue and orange flannel with red wool lining, and back waist band button closure.
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Approximate Measurements:
Waist: 25.5"
Hips: 61"
Length (side waist band to hem): 36.5"

THE THIRD
Black cotton quilted petticoat trimmed with yellow and orange crocheted lace and ribbon, lined in black and white pinstripe, and back waist band button closure.
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Approximate Measurements:
Waist: 26.5"
Hips: 60"
Length (side waist band to hem): 40.5"
Property from the Collection of Susan Gutfreund, New York, New York

Condition:THE FIRSTThe overall condition is fair with the following:Structural Issues: There are several splits in the non-quilted taffeta along the waist and around the hip level.Split/Separated Seams: The waist band is starting to detach from the top of the petticoat. There is a separated seam on the interior lining to the right of the opening. Losses: There are several holes along the length of the hem line and front left side seam. Fading/Color Change: The lining has darkened from age. Repairs/Alterations: The front waist band appears to have had a 6.5" extension made. THE SECONDThe overall condition is good with the following:Structural Issues: The center back button hole is outstretched and the button is barely still attached.Losses: There is a small hole on the center back seam about halfway down and on the left side seam near the hemline. There are several pin head sized holes in the back red hem facing. Repairs/Alterations: There is a small repair at the bottom of the back opening. THE THIRDThe overall condition is very good structurally with the following:Structural Issues: The bottom hem trim has faded slightly due to some thread loss.Losses: The left side hemline velvet binding has a few holes and the pile has worn away throughout sections of the binding. Repairs/Alterations: The petticoat appears to have been lengthened at the waist under the waist band and there is a small replaced section of the lining to the right of the opening. Everything is sold 'As Is'. The stated overall condition of the lot is based on the assumption that the wear is consistent with age and use. The absence of any reference to the condition of a lot does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. All other condition issues are stated above. To request additional working condition photos, please email us with the lot number. Condition is a matter of opinion of the evaluator and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Clients must review and agree to the Conditions of Sale before participating in an auction.