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Gift of Annetta Eddy Brigham, 2001.49.28  Photograph by David Stansbury.  © 2009 The Connecticu…
Corset
Gift of Annetta Eddy Brigham, 2001.49.28 Photograph by David Stansbury. © 2009 The Connecticut Historical Society.
Photographs and all rights purchased by the Connecticut Historical Society.

Corset

Clothing MakerMade by Unknown
Dateabout 1875-1895
MediumMachine-stitched and hand-stitched cotton, with metal eyelets and hooks, and unidentified boning
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width while open): 12 1/2 x 20in. (31.8 x 50.8cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of Annetta Eddy Brigham
DescriptionWoman's boned corset of white cotton, decorated along the top edge with white embroidery of leaves and grapes or berries. Shoulder straps appear to be later additions, or an alteration by the original owner. The shape pinches the waist and supports the bust, which is full. The center front is slightly pointed. The front opens with metal clasps; the back laces to adjust the fit.
Object number2001.49.28
InscribedInscribed on strap - "Mary M. Hall".
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