Bodice

Object/Artifact

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Genesee Country Village & Museum

Name/Title

Bodice

Entry/Object ID

G2009.073

Description

Bodice or polonaise,princess seaming, machine stitched, made of Hamburg lace, a form of machine embroidery made of tiny lacy wheels- expensive. Off white or beige, interlined with matching thin cotton. Fitted to the hips, cut away at center front. Long, tight sleeves with lace edge frill cuffs. Lace border on hem. High bound neckline. Small watch pocket on proper left. Stamped silvery buttons.

Collection

Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection

Made/Created

Date made

1875 - 1880

Lexicon

Search Terms

bodice, machine stitched, Hamburg lace