RRN Basic

A simpler, search-only version of the Reciprocal Research Network. This site is optimized for mobile devices like your smartphone, but works well with older computers and browsers too.

To search, simply enter your query into the box at the top of the screen.

Visit the full RRN for access to more powerful search and collaborative research tools.

Skirt

MOA: University of British Columbia

3559/57

Pleated indigo-dyed skirt with high waist and unfinished upper edge. Two pink woven panels decorate centre and bottom edge of skirt; painted decorations and applique throughout indigo sections. Painted decorations consist of white lines, "X"'s, concentric diamonds, and inverted triangles. Applique designs consist of pink "X"'s, "V"'s, and plain lines, multicoloured triangles, as well as white rectangles with multicoloured diamonds. Panels have white zigzags and lizard-like designs woven throughout them. White applique bands with triangles throughout woven panel designs; edges of panel are trimmed with diamond filled applique bands. Bottom edge of skirt is trimmed with white and pink stripes.

  • Type of Item skirt
  • Culture Hmong
  • Material cotton fibre, indigo dye, dye
  • Measurements height 77.4 cm, width 100.2 cm (overall)
  • Previous Owner Marilyn Walker
  • Received from Marilyn Walker
  • Made in Thailand
  • Collection Date between 1988 and 1999
  • Ownership Date before March 23, 2022
  • Acquisition Date on March 23, 2022
  • Item Classes textiles
  • Condition fair
  • Accession Number 3559/0057

Keyboard Shortcuts