Spiral bustle covered in silk with attached pillow.
Creator
Unknown designer
Date
1880-1889
Contributor
Gift from Elizabeth S. Brown
Identifier
HCC_FA_2018-1439
Coverage
Unknown
Curator Notes
Good condition. Spiral structure beginning to rust onto the silk, creating holes in the fabric. Brass coating on the steel spirals has come off, causing the steel to oxidize and rust.
Good condition. Spiral structure has rusted onto the linen, creating holes in the fabric. Copper coating on the steel spirals and front closure has come off, causing the steel to oxidize and rust.