corset & stays


corset & stays

Summary

Cream satin stitched with pale blue, lined with white linen over stiff foundation. Boned. Lacing with original stay lace. Narrow shoulder straps with cream silk ribbon fastening on left (missing from right). Blunt front waist. Padding at bust. Back waist slightly pointed.


Object Name

corset & stays

Date Created

1790-1810

Dimensions

Length (front): 32cm
Length (back): 38cm
Waist: 68cm

accession number

1947.1625

Place of creation

United Kingdom

Medium

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