Stomacher
Date1720-1740
OriginEngland
MediumSilk needlework and metal threads on linen.
DimensionsOW: 7 3/8"; OH: 13 1/4"
Credit LineMuseum Purchase
Object number1985-229
DescriptionTriangular stomacher front for woman's gown, worked with floral bouquet tied in bowknot against white ground, back-stitch quilted in vermiculate design in yellow. Edging of green silk tape. Braid lacing overlaying needlework. Backing of tabby weave linen. Stitches consist of satin, outline, couching, with quilting in back stitch.
ca. 1700-1750
1720-1740
1700-1730
1720-1750
1730 to 1750
ca. 1750
1700-1730
1720-1740
Textile: mid-18th c.; remade 1780s.
ca. 1760
1700-1730
1770-1780, remade from earlier style.