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Dutch Men's Stockings
18th c


These rare knitted stockings have a very decorative overall design.


Cataloguing


the clock area to the side of the stocking with a ribbon effect surmounted by a star, the upper leg with diamonds and angular shapes, the foot 9 in or 23 cm; top to heel 25 in or 65 cm.


Condition


As you can probably see from the photos there is some whitish discolouration to the foot area on both. There are couple of small holes to each. Considering the age these are in remarkable condition.