Busk
Category
Costume
Date
1796 - 1797
Materials
Pear
Measurements
320 mm (Length)42 mm (W)
Place of origin
United Kingdom
Collection
Sunnycroft, Shropshire
NT 1320651
Summary
Lover's busk made to go down front of corset, triangular cross section with carved pattern on raised sides. Probably given to 'lady love' - her initials and his on the back.
Marks and inscriptions
'WP', 'Aa', '1797' (on flat side)