Elizabethan Corsets
RHS203

Patterns for two late Elizabethan corsets based on two extant english examples.

View A is based on the pair of stays belonging to the Pfalzgräfin Dorothea Sabina von Neuberg in 1598. It is front-boned and features a static front busk, integral shoulder straps, back lacing closure and separate tabs at the waist.

View B is based on the corset worn by Queen Elizabeth I. on her effigy in Westminster Cathedral. It features a front opening and integral waist tabs.

Historical notes and embellishment suggestions are included.

All Sizes in one envelope: Fits bust 76,25 cm - 120 cm = 30½" - 48" and waist 57,5 cm - 102,5 cm = 23" - 41".

RHS203    EURO 19.00

The Elizabethan Ladies' Wardrobe MA002    EURO 44.90