Underwear

MOA: University of British Columbia

3171/6

Woman's white undergarment. Pants are made of synthetic fibre with a high shine, the fabric containing embedded flower motifs. Waist and ankles are elasticized. Pants are wide through the hip and thigh, narrowing toward the knee.

  • History Of Use

    Worn under a slip and skirt.

  • 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).


  • Type of Item underwear
  • Culture Korean
  • Material synthetic fibre
  • Measurements height 87.5 cm, width 76.5 cm (overall)

  • Previous Owner Government of the Republic of Korea
  • Received from Government of the Republic of Korea

  • Made in Seoul

  • Creation Date during 2016
  • Ownership Date before May 30, 2016
  • Acquisition Date on May 30, 2016

  • Item Classes textiles
  • Condition excellent
  • Accession Number 3171/0006