Black Weighted Bodice

Front

Front

Name/Title

Black Weighted Bodice

Description

Black silk bodice with black jet beading at collar and cuffs. Bottom of bodice ends in points, each of which have small circular weights in them. Small decorative belt at back of waist with two decorative buttons. White silk lining. Hook closures.

Clothing/Dress/Costume Details

Article of Clothing/Dress/Costume

Bodice

Clothing Sex

Female

Textile Details

Material

Silk

Color

Black

Made/Created

Artist

Unknown

Date made

circa 1880 - circa 1900

Time Period

late 19th century

Place

Country

United States

Continent

North America

Label/Inscription/Signature

Type

None

Dimensions

Length

51 cm

Condition

Overall Condition

Good

Condition Detail

Tear

Notes

Some tears in the inside lining