Skirt decorated with multiple colors of cotton that are pieced together to create traditional Seminole designs.

Seminole skirt

Artist Seminole Artist

DateFirst half of 20th century

MediumCotton blend

DimensionsOverall: 39 x 46 1/2 in. (99.1 x 118.1 cm)

ClassificationsTextiles

Credit LineThe Florida Art Collection, Gift of Samuel H. and Roberta T. Vickers

Object number2020.18.874

Collections

MODERN

Visual DescriptionClothing articles decorated with multiple colors of cotton that are pieced together to create traditional Seminole designs to include: Two dresses, Three shirts, Two skirts

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Dress decorated with multiple colors of cotton that are pieced together to create traditional Seminole designs.

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