Two Long-Line Corsets, 1900-1910

This lot includes two corsets.

THE FIRST
White cotton herringbone corset trimmed with white lace along the top edge, elasticized rubber button stockings clasps, front post and loop closure, and back lace up with pink laces. Laces are included, though likely not original.
Label: Stern Brothers Paris New York
Mary D. Doering Archive No.: N/A

Approximate Measurements:
Chest: 31"
Waist: 25"
Hips: 34"
Length (underarm to hem): 21.25"

THE SECOND
White cotton herringbone corset trimmed with white cotton eyelet lace and pink satin ribbon along the top edge, elastic inserts and stockings clasps along the hipline, front post and loop closure, and back lace up with pink laces. There isn't a label though a stamp reads "Whalespring Boning" on one of the casings. Laces are included, though likely not original.
Unlabeled
Mary D. Doering Archive No.: N/A

Approximate Measurements:
Chest: 34"
Waist: 32"
Hips: 36.5"
Length: 17.25"

Property of Mary D. Doering, Falls Church, Virginia

Condition:

THE FIRST
The overall condition is very good structurally with the following:
Soiling/Spots: There are various spots throughout both the interior and exterior, mostly noticeable on the left side hip, right back waist, and the front top edge lining. Light to moderate soiling is noticeable around the hips.

THE SECOND
The overall condition is good structurally with the following:
Structural Issues: The elasticized stockings straps are stretched but still has some retentions.
Split/Separated Seams:
Fading/Color Change: There is overall light darkening consistent with age and wear.
Soiling/Spots: There is moderate to heavily soiled spots throughout the exterior and interior, most noticeable on the front left.

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Timothy Long

Director, Senior Specialist, Couture & Luxury Accessories

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Mr. Long has nearly 20 years of experience as a curator of fashion and decorative arts in museums including the Museum of London, the Museum at the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York, and the Chicago History Museum. At Hindman, he works with individual clients, collectors, dealers, and museums to bring to auction collections of couture and luxury accessories. Mr. Long’s recent publications include Charles James: Designer in Detail and a chapter on the same designer in London Couture: British Luxury 1923–1975, both published by V&A Publishing.

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Two Long-Line Corsets, 1900-1910

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