Corset
1930s (made)
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Wrap-around girdle of coutille, knitted rayon (Lastex), satin, steel boning, metal hooks and eyes.
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Materials and techniques | Coutil with boning, metal, elastic and lacing |
Brief description | Wrap-around girdle, 'Excelsior', Richard Cooper & Co, Ashbourne, England, 1930s; Coutille, elastic, satin, steel. |
Physical description | Wrap-around girdle of coutille, knitted rayon (Lastex), satin, steel boning, metal hooks and eyes. |
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Production type | Ready to wear |
Marks and inscriptions | '65. Excelisor FOR VALUE CORSETRY G 205 Made in England SIZE 25' (Stamped on interior bone) |
Gallery label | Excelsior, 'For Value Corsetry'
This Excelisor brand corset incorporates panels of knitted Lastex yarn. The yarn is made with an extruded latex core wrapped in cotton, rayon or silk. It was hailed a miracle when it became available in 1931. The elasticated fabrics made from Lastex reduced the number of bones used in corsets and made them more comfortable to wear.
Wrap-around girdle, 'Excelsior'
Britain, Ashbourne, 1930s
Coutille, knitted rayon elastic (Lastex) and satin, steel boning, metal hooks and eyes
V&A: T.168-1998
Given by Mr Ian Chipperfield
(16/04/2016-12/03/2017) |
Credit line | Given by Mr Ian Chipperfield |
Object history | Old store stock donated to the Museum in 1998 by Mr Ian Chipperfield. |
Production | Reason For Production: Retail |
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Accession number | T.168-1998 |
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Record created | February 23, 2007 |
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