White Corded Corset
Made by Harriet Bennett Brown, United States of America, ca. 1810-1830
Cotton with trapunto needlework in diamond and scroll motifs.
Princess seams in front and lacing at center back. Metal eyelets.
Installation busk
Lent by the Helen Clark Ward Costume Collection
Allen Memorial Art Museum, Oberlin, Ohio
Gift of Mrs. Charles Mosher, 1980
KSUM L1995.17.1345 (80.80)


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