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Corset

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a light-colored corset on a mannequin. The corset is a light cream or off-white color with visible stains and discoloration. The corset has a low, ruffled top edge and appears to have short, gathered sleeves. The corset is boned with multiple seams down the back and sides. The back of the corset has a long seam down the center and a small tab at the bottom. The corset is on a white mannequin with no head or arms. The mannequin has a narrow neck and a smooth, featureless body. The background is a plain gray color. The corset is titled "Corset" by an unknown artist.

Artwork Details

Date
1830s
Medium
cotton
Culture
American or European
Dimensions
395 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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