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Crinoline, Cage

Description

Thomson cage crinoline made in France. The supportive undergarment consists of 11 twill tapes for holding 18 steel wires in place, which are further held into place by brass tooth on tape. On both sides, wires are connected by joints that contract and invert, allowing for easier mobility.

Creator

Date

circa 1860-1865

Materials

Steel, brass, cotton

Object ID

1977.13.65

Resource ID

11947

Credit Line

Gift of Mr. R. McGill Mackall

Digital Publisher

Digital resource provided by the Maryland Center for History and Culture

Rights

This digital image is made available here for private study, scholarship, and research. Commercial and other uses are prohibited without the permission of the Maryland Center for History and Culture. For more information, visit the MCHC’s Reproductions and Permissions web page.