Early 1900s black bodice. Lovely lace inset at bust extends to form collar that closes with hooks & eyes.
Asymmetrical design at front with faux button accents placed at a diagonal in watered faille fabric.
Rest of bodice is plainer black fabric with slight sheen—I’m not sure what it is.
Pointed black cotton collar.
Drop shoulders with long dolman sleeves ending in faille cuffs accented with faux buttons.
Bodice closes with hooks & eyes on both sides of center faille section. Gathers at waist.
Era: 1900s
Label: None
Lining: None
Colors: Black
Closure: Hooks & eyes
Measurements, laid flat (in inches)
Across shoulders approx. 15
Across underarms approx. 16
Across waist 12
Sleeves approx. 19
Total length 16.5
Marked Size: None
Condition: Good condition, wearable as is. Closure missing at waistband. A couple of small (less than .25” holes or breaks in the stitching at seam). Fabric is strong.