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Garter
French
18th century
Object Place: France
Medium/Technique
Silk with silver embroidery and linen lining
Dimensions
32.3 x 3 cm (12 11/16 x 1 3/16 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Philip Lehman in memory of his wife Carrie L. Lehman
Accession Number38.1228
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CollectionsEurope, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsCostumes
DescriptionOne garter of pink silk with scrolling conventional flowers couched in silver thread (silver wound on white silk) and flat silver wire. Silver somewhat tarnished, pink silk worn and faded. Lined with linen (two pieces).