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Stomacher

Date1765-1775

OriginEngland

MediumMetallic lace and paper lining.

Dimensions10 X 15 1/4"

Credit LineMuseum Purchase

Object number1968-646,3

DescriptionTriangular shaped stomacher from brocaded silk and silver woman's gown. The stomacher is constructed of gilt lace, sequins, paper and silk floss flowers with wax centers. Backed with silk-covered paper.

Construction History:
1. Textile ca. 1750
2. Gown made ca. 1770
ProvenanceIllustrated Christies' Catalogue # (London, Monday, July 15, 1968) p. 46, fig. 75.