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Brassiere

Object number2014.51.1

Manufacturer Bien Jolie Brassiere

Date1916-1964

MediumFabric/Satin/Thread/Metal/Elastic/Ink

Credit LineGift of Carol Braun Kunz

DescriptionFabric and crochet brassiere. Beige satin fabric with embroidered white flowers and petals. Beige fabric is bordered with off-white crocheted trim.DimensionsUnlatched and laid flat: Height 20, Width 36.25;
Latched as would be worn: Height 20, Width 18.75.
MarksElastic strap has, from top to bottom: a white fabric label with blue embroidered text "BIEN JOLIE / BRASSIERE", a grey metal hook with inscribed text on underside "PAT'D 10-10-16", and black stamped text "35648 44".
Historical NotesThis item was likely worn by the donor's Grandmother, Catherine J. Clark Emminger during the mid-1900s. Catherine J. Clark Emminger was born on November 24, 1876, and died on January 19, 1964. Catherine J. Clark Emminger is the grandmother of donor Carol Braun Kunz.

Previous owner Catherine Clark Emminger (1876 - 1964)

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