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Pair of openwork stockings
European
1650–1750
Object Place: Europe
Medium/Technique
Silk
Dimensions
20 x 46 cm (7 7/8 x 18 1/8 in.)
Credit Line
The Elizabeth Day McCormick Collection
Accession Number43.1942a-b
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsEurope, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsCostumes
DescriptionOpenwork over instep embroidered with polychrome silk yarns in lozenges and chevrons. Knitted green silk ground, two narrow white bands at top, white toe. Embroidered inscription "JOUAN DA" between bands at top b. Condition: toes much worn. (Cf. 43.2002a,b).