Black Satin Bodice

Front

Front

Name/Title

Black Satin Bodice

Description

Black satin bodice with crochet "X" black inserts over ivory fabric down the front, around the collar, and at the end of sleeves. Pleated down the front and at end of sleeves. Dolman style sleeves. Black velvet band at waist. "V" shaped collar in back. Reinforced with whale bone in front and back. Metal clasp closure.

Clothing/Dress/Costume Details

Article of Clothing/Dress/Costume

Bodice

Clothing Sex

Female

Textile Details

Fabric

Satin

Material

Silk, Velvet

Color

Black, Cream

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

42 cm

Condition

Overall Condition

Very Good