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Antique Silk Velvet Tunic Shakespearean Costume#1773854

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Antique Silk Velvet Tunic Shakespearean Costume#1773854
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Antique tunic silk velvet jerkin Shakespearean costume, handmade ca. 1900, can be worn today as a dramatic blouse. This antique tunic in gorgeous Parma blue color is made with elaborate embroidered borders which include gold thread. 4 stitched-on "buckles" hold cord belt ending in 3 balls (one end of belt has balls missing).
Snap opening down to waist, below waist made with gussets, much hand-stitching. 16 inches W between shoulder seams, 30 inches long. Pure silk pink lining disintegrated with age is now mostly gone, but underneath is original muslin lining still intact. Some fading along fold lines of velvet but overall condition is very good after ages in storage. Fabric is very light reflective showing white patches in photos.
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<tr><td>Condition:good antique estate</td></tr>
<tr><td>Year:ca 1900</td></tr>






<tr><td>Title:Antique Silk Velvet Tunic Shakespearean Costume</td></tr>



<tr><td>Location:New York State</td></tr>
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