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Historic Costume | Fine and Decorative Arts

Welcome to our Online Collections Database! Below you will find a searchable database showcasing images and information regarding tens of thousands of items in our online collection. Search using search terms, key words, object names, or names of historical figures to locate specific items, or, peruse at random to enjoy the breadth of collections available for view.

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Stocking

Object/Artifact

Hand knit heavy cotton stockings with diamond pattern from mid-calf to toes, almost completely around leg; unusual waffle texture to reinforced area of heel. Toe in 4 sections, no seam under foot. Pointed toe. Top has 3.5” cuff of decorative stripes with scalloped top edge. Back seam. 8.5” x 18”

G89.289

Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection

1850

User Age: Adult Gender: Female

Hosiery

Stocking

Hand-knit

Fancy Tops

Cotton

8-1/2 in

18 in

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