Stomacher
DateCa. 1700-1750
OriginEngland
MediumCotton face fabric, stitched with linen needlework, cotton cords, linen backing fabric.
DimensionsOW: 12 1/2"; Oh: 14 3/4"
Credit LineMuseum Purchase
Object number1985-209
DescriptionWhite cotton triangular stomacher (front for woman's bodice) with tri-lobed bottom, worked in symmetrical scrolls and flowers in a combination of cord quilting and linen needlework in French knots, back stitch, and satin stitch through coarser linen backing. Six tabby weave tape tabs sewn to sides for pinning into gown. Inner cords are cotton.Exhibition(s)
1720-1740
1725-1740
1720-1740
1750-1775
1750-1780
Ca. 1770; cut down early 19th C.
1720-1740
1790-1800
ca. 1750
ca. 1730
1720-1750
1700-1750