French knickers
Category
Costume
Date
1940 - 1950
Materials
Rayon
Measurements
385 mm (Length)720 mm (W)
Collection
Killerton, Devon
NT 1366400
Summary
French knickers - Fine white rayon printed with polychrome sprig motif in blue, pink, green and yellow. Made in four pieces. Wide legs, flaring towards hem mounted onto 'V' shaped yoke; front shaped with three short darts from waist, show at base of yoke. Hand sewn, seams emphasised with faggoting detail. Knickers fasten on left side with two self-covered buttons.