Collection

Adjustable corset with 7 straps and buckles

Made:
1920-1960

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Adjustable corset with 7 straps and buckles, probably English, 1920-1960

Details

Category:
Orthopaedics
Collection:
Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
Object Number:
A639191
Materials:
buckle, metal, button, metal, cloth covered and canvas, ? material
type:
corsets, costume (clothing) and orthopaedics (support) adjustable, corsets, costume (clothing) and orthopaedics (support)

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