Black Lace Bodice

Front

Front

Name/Title

Black Lace Bodice

Description

Black lace and satin bodice. Three black ruffle stripes down the front. One ruffle stripe around each shoulder. Black floral lace covering almost the entirety of the bodice. Satin ribbons ending in a bow at the collar, sleeves, and waist. Black beadwork at the waist and sleeves. Metal clasp closures. Boning around waist.

Clothing/Dress/Costume Details

Article of Clothing/Dress/Costume

Bodice

Clothing Sex

Female

Textile Details

Fabric

Satin, Lace

Material

Silk

Color

Black

Made/Created

Artist

American, unknown

Date made

1850 - 1880

Time Period

Mid to late 19th century

Place

Country

United States

Continent

North America

Label/Inscription/Signature

Type

None

Dimensions

Dimension Description

Overall

Length

44 cm

Condition

Overall Condition

Good

Condition Detail

Missing Areas / Holes

Notes

Some of the beads are missing.