Garter

Date1725 (dated)

OriginEngland; used in America (possibly)

MediumSilk

DimensionsW: 1 1/4"; L: 39"

Credit LineMuseum Purchase

Object number1956-17

DescriptionGarter made of red silk wefts with undyed silk warps used for woven decoration along center portion and fringed at the ends. Woven-in motto reads "Wove Without Sight". Additional decoration includes birds, lion, elk, squirrel, flowers and symmetrical patterns in warp-patterning.
Label TextIn the eighteenth century, most garters were simple ribbons or tapes that were tied tightly around the legs to hold up the stockings. Originally one of a pair, this garter has a woven verse that suggests it was made by someone who was not able to see. The garter was found in Connecticut and may have been used there originally.
Markings"Wove Without Sight by H.W. For S.B. 1725"

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