Stocking
DateCa. 1800
MediumTabby linen
DimensionsOL. approx. 39"; Foot approx. 10 1/2'; Thigh 25" circum.
Credit LineMuseum Purchase
Object number1988-467
DescriptionWhite linen stocking made of cut and sewn tabby woven fabric. Stocking cut in four pieces, on bias, with seaming up side of ankles (clocks) and up center back. Narrow rolled hem at top thigh, where stocking becomes larger and has casing for drawstring.