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CORSET WITH GARTERS

Creator(s): Unknown

Currently in storage


About this object

Peach long-line corset/girdle with cups. It has an organza front that is boned with a triangular inset of elastic and a full elastic back. Some of the boning from the front has been removed. The top edge of the garment is embellished with machine lace. Two corded encased bands form the under-cup section of the garment. It has interior ribbon support and organza and synthetic inserts. The garment closes with a metal zipper hook, interior hooks, and a bar in the center back.

Object name:
CORSET WITH GARTERS
Made from:
synthetic elastic --synthetic organza --machine lace --metal --rubber
Date made:
June 1957
Size:
L. 20 in., W. 17 in, Waist is 26 ½ in. center front is 17 in., center back is 16 in., Bust is 36 in., Hip is 35 in.

Detailed information for this item

Catalog number:
2014.5.7
Signature marks:
Credit line:
Bequest of Marjorie Merriweather Post, 1973