Title

Corset

Date1800-1830

Mediumlinen

Dimensions17 3/4 × 15 in. (45.1 × 38.1 cm)

Object number1988.30.1

Institutional Credit LineCourtesy of the New Bedford Whaling Museum

DescriptionLinen corset with quilting detail at the front waist and five-pointed star flossing embroidery at the base points of the bust gores. Open pocket for the front busk and smaller pockets for stays. Eyelets down each side of the back panels for lacing. HandsewnProvenanceFrom the home of Dr. and Mrs. Curtis Tripp

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