Stock

DatePossibly nineteenth century

MediumSemi-sheer white tabby textile made of linen in one direction and linen spun with cotton in the other direction. Sewing thread of cotton, three-ply (at button.) Other sewing threads not determined.

DimensionsOL, unbuttoned: 28 3/4" Pendants 16"

Credit LineMuseum Purchase

Object number1953-865

DescriptionCollar/stock of fine, semi sheer tabby linen/cotton. Consists of pleated stock that is covered by collar folding down over pleats; pendants from center front buttoned opening end in broad ruffles with hem-stitching at 1" hems.ProvenanceOnce part of the collection of James Frere, Bluemantle Pursuivant of the College of Heralds. Shown at London Museum, Lancaster House.