Black silk bodice. Boned stays and hook closures. Panels of white silk with heavy black beading on chest, collar, and cuffs. Two triangular pieces of fabric sticking up from back of neck. Leg of mutton sleeves. Bows at cuffs and back of waist. Pleated back.
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Article of Clothing/Dress/Costume
Bodice
Clothing Sex
Female
Textile Details
Fabric
Satin
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
Fair
Condition Detail
Tear, Missing Areas / Holes
Notes
Lots of tears, at armpits and around cuffs. Large tear around the hook closures.
