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COSTUME: SOCIAL HISTORY: corset, Fitu Corset Company, Scotland, Glasgow, c. 1893-1897 (cotton, metal, silk)
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COSTUME: SOCIAL HISTORY: corset, Fitu Corset Company, Scotland, Glasgow, c. 1893-1897 (cotton, metal, silk)
3548322 COSTUME: SOCIAL HISTORY: corset, Fitu Corset Company, Scotland, Glasgow, c. 1893-1897 (cotton, metal, silk); Glasgow Museums, UK; (add.info.: PP.2002.8.13
COSTUME: SOCIAL HISTORY
corset
Fitu Corset Company
Scotland, Glasgow, Virginia Street, Jacobean Corsetry Ltd (place associated)
circa 1893-1897
cotton, metal, silk
Woman's corset in black cotton twill decorated with black cotton trim with light blue silk embroidery around decolletage, fastening centre front with steel split busk with slots and studs. Bodice cut in twelve panels, fastening centre back with lacing, structured with metal bones with light blue silk flossing. Labelled The World Renowned Fitu Corsets'.); Photo © CSG CIC Glasgow Museums Collection
Media ID 38156154
© © CSG CIC Glasgow Museums Collection / Bridgeman Images
19th Century Fashion Corset Glasgow Underwear
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This stunning print captures a piece of social history in the form of a corset from the Fitu Corset Company, based in Scotland's Glasgow during the late 19th century. Made from cotton, metal, and silk, this intricate garment showcases the craftsmanship and attention to detail that went into creating women's undergarments during this era.
The black cotton twill corset is adorned with delicate light blue silk embroidery around the decolletage, adding a touch of elegance to its functional design. Fastening at the center front with a steel split busk and featuring metal bones for structure, this corset was not only fashionable but also served a practical purpose in shaping the female silhouette.
Labelled as 'The World Renowned Fitu Corsets', this piece represents an important aspect of fashion history and reflects societal norms and expectations surrounding women's clothing at the time. The twelve-panel bodice and lacing at the back demonstrate how these garments were tailored to fit individual body shapes while still adhering to prevailing beauty standards.
Overall, this print offers a glimpse into the past through an object that tells a story of style, femininity, and cultural values in 19th century Scotland.
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