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Accession Number 1985.76.6 Title corset Category Clothing, Underwear Object Type corset Creator Thompson, Marguerite E. Date Made 1955 Place Made North America: Canada, Alberta Culture North American Cultural Region North American Gender and Age women Materials and Techniques woven, satin Measurements UL 19.0; WA 66.O cm Description

Off-white corset with satin front and elasticized back. The bust cups have the lower section of satin and the upper section of lace. Boning under the bust cups and in 7 bodice casings. Back is fastened with 7 hooks…

Off-white corset with satin front and elasticized back. The bust cups have the lower section of satin and the upper section of lace. Boning under the bust cups and in 7 bodice casings. Back is fastened with 7 hooks and eyes. Four detachable, elasticized stocking supports stitched to hem edge. Satin ribbons cover the top of the front supports. Worn by the donor's daughters, Donna and Nola.

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