Ivory Corded Corset
Europe or America, ca. 1810-1830
Cotton with trapunto needlework in scrolling floral motifs, linear motifs and zig-zag motifs.
Constructed with two triangular insets at each breast.
Wooden busk at the center front and lacing at center back.
Installation lace
Silverman/Rodgers Collection
Kent State University Museum
KSUM 1983.3.9ab

 

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