Buskin or Corset Stay

Dateearly 19th century

Place createdUnited States, North America

Mediumwhale bone and ink

Dimensions14 1/4 × 1 13/16 in. (36.2 × 4.6 cm)

ClassificationsFashion Arts

DepartmentFashion Arts and Textiles

Credit LineCarol R. Guggenheim Memorial Fund

Accession Number1958.421

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