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2019.24
Bodice
Date: 1894-1896
Evergreen velvet bodice with gigot sleeves and a striped gold and bodice front. Alternating hook and eye closures up the entire length of the bodice. Bodice is expertly tailored, to include a small peplum, exaggerated at the bustle. Frilly lace cuffs at both waists. High velvet collar. The interior is boned, and has both bust pads and underarm pads.
velvet, silk taffeta, silk faille, metal hook and eyes
Label: none
Measurements:
Bust: 30.75 inches
Waist: 24 inches
Shoulder to shoulder: 9.5 inches
Underarm to waist: 6.5 inches
Nape to waist: 13.5 inches
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