This item is sold from a vintage boutique in Austin, TX.
Antique Hobble Skirt$72.00
Very rare antique hobble skirt, ca. 1913. skirts/dresses of this kind were only made and worn for a short time. They are very rare - and in this elegance even rarer. In these hobble skirts the skirt was very tight and floor-length. The name-giving characteristic is that the wearers could only take small steps in it, so they were forced to make clumsy tripping or hobbling steps. This skirt has many numerous flaws; it is ideal for design study but it could possibly by used by a play. i have only ever seen two of these in my lifetime. i never forgot the first one. the fabric is probably silk with a very tiny accordion pleat. hook and snap closure and cloth covered buttons. the back is ruched above the derriere, a design that would really work for today. an amazing addition to any collection of clothing
please be aware that this is Very Old and in as is condition. despite the many holes the fabric doesn't appear to have rot.
waist is 22, length is 37
This item is sold from a vintage boutique in Austin, TX.