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SILK STOCKINGS

Creator(s): Unknown

Currently in storage


About this object

Cream silk stockings with clocking rising 7” above the ankle and about 5” from the ankle to toe. The clocking pattern features diamonds, flowers, and vines, with three lines terminating in three peaks / points on the leg. Both stockings have been well worn and have been darned at the top.

Object name:
SILK STOCKINGS
Made from:
silk
Date made:
1910s
Size:
Top to ankle 27 ½” an ankle to toe 7 ½”

Detailed information for this item

Catalog number:
2014.10.23
Signature marks:
Credit line:
Bequest of Marjorie Merriweather Post, 1973