{"product_id":"corded-cotton-corset-ca-1825-1830","title":"Corded Cotton Corset, ca. 1825–1830 – Regency Fashion, Rare Early 19th‑Century Example","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis antique \u003cstrong\u003ecorded cotton corset\u003c\/strong\u003e, dating to \u003cstrong\u003eca. 1825–1830\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a fine example of late \u003cstrong\u003eRegency fashion\u003c\/strong\u003e and early 19th‑century \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan role=\"button\" data-url=\"ca:\/\/s?q=History_of_19th_century_corsetry\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003ecorsetry\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e. Made of sturdy white cotton, it features beautifully shaped \u003cstrong\u003ebust sections\u003c\/strong\u003e and traditional \u003cstrong\u003ebone eyelets\u003c\/strong\u003e, two of which are missing — a common age‑related detail in garments of this period. On the left shoulder, the \u003cstrong\u003ename of the wearer\u003c\/strong\u003e is written in ink, adding a rare personal touch and valuable provenance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCorsets of this era were typically \u003cstrong\u003ecorded\u003c\/strong\u003e, meaning that rows of cotton cords were stitched into the fabric to provide structure and gentle shaping. This technique was characteristic of transitional corsets between the high‑waisted Regency silhouette and the more defined hourglass forms of the 1830s. Such garments were often made in \u003cstrong\u003esmaller sizes\u003c\/strong\u003e, intended for \u003cstrong\u003eslender women\u003c\/strong\u003e, and were worn beneath lightweight dresses to create a smooth, elongated line — a hallmark of \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan role=\"button\" data-url=\"ca:\/\/s?q=Regency_fashion_silhouette\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003eRegency dress aesthetics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe corset is in \u003cstrong\u003emoderate condition\u003c\/strong\u003e. It shows \u003cstrong\u003eseveral stains\u003c\/strong\u003e (the exact nature is unknown), some \u003cstrong\u003efraying along the edges\u003c\/strong\u003e, and general signs of wear. Despite these imperfections, corsets of this type are \u003cstrong\u003eextremely rare\u003c\/strong\u003e, and finding one available for purchase is even rarer. As an authentic example of early 19th‑century \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan role=\"button\" data-url=\"ca:\/\/s?q=Corded_corset_1820s\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003ecorded corset construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, it offers valuable insight into the evolution of women’s foundation garments during the Regency and early Romantic periods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Antique Gown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62175004852611,"sku":null,"price":195.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0913\/1897\/6899\/files\/01-antique-corset-1825.jpg?v=1785168911","url":"https:\/\/antique-gown.com\/fr\/products\/corded-cotton-corset-ca-1825-1830","provider":"ANTIQUE GOWN","version":"1.0","type":"link"}