Blouse

Name/Title

Blouse

Entry/Object ID

2017.17.13

Description

Shortwaist, black silk, stand-up collar with two lace inserts, tucks at shoulders, front and back lace inserts form W upper bodice below shoulder, tucks and both sides of center, net with heavy embroidery appliqued to front, puff sleeves with wide cuffs with two lace inserts, bottom front gathered onto band to form a pouch, peplum from front to back fits under waistband of skirt, buttons up back with concealed button holes, overlock edges on bottom, machine-made button holes, factory made/hand-and-machine sewn, early 1900s. Made in Connecticut or New York