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Stomacher
American (New England)
about 1782
Object Place: New England, USA
Medium/Technique
Silk; Tabby
Dimensions
29.6 x 23.5 cm (11 5/8 x 9 1/4 x 11 7/16 in. )
Credit Line
Gift of the Honorable Leverett Saltonstall
Accession Number68.594
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAmericas, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsCostumes
DescriptionWhite silk tabby ground with an all-over leaf pattern produced in the weft and three brocaded flowers, one each in the center and at the upper two corners, rendered in light blue, blue, brown, green, yellow, cream, and red. Galloon of white silk around edges and crossed five times over central portion. Good condition.
ProvenanceSaid to have dbeen worn by Elizabeth Elkins, married to Thomas Sanders, 1782.