2377646

Victorian White Batiste Bodice #2377646

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Victorian White Batiste Bodice #2377646
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This beautiful bodice dates to the-turn-of-the-century and is made of a soft, white batiste with inserts of tape/embroidered medallions. There are also, small, crocheted rings attached thru-out. The front is inset with 3-layered, crocheted flowers with double dangles on a net background. This is repeated on each sleeve, which comes to a tape/lace pointed cuff. The collar consists of 3 rows of tape/flowers fastened together by large faggoting style stitches. The bodice opens down the back, however, there are no fasteners, and it looks like there never were any! This bodice is in excellent condition, and looks like it has never been worn. The only issues I have found are a 2" opening on the right sleeve seam which can be easily closed, and a tiny tear in the net on the front, which can be closed with a couple of tiny, unseen stitches. Also, one of the gathering stitches at the bottom of the "Pigeon breast" front has come loose. Again, another easy gathering stitch, or you can leave as-is. It won't be seen when it is tucked in. I normally don't recommend wearing vintage clothing, but this bodice is sturdy and of a good size, so could probably be gently worn. Measurements are approximate and for information only. Bust: 41"-42" Pigeon Breast". Waist: measured 23" until gathering thread broke, can now be gathered to your measurement. Back from sleeve seam to sleeve seam: 16". Across top of shoulders: 17". Inside sleeve seam: 19" from armpit to bottom of cuff. The ...
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<tr><td>Condition:Excellent</td></tr>
<tr><td>Year:1900-Turn-of-the-century</td></tr>






<tr><td>Title:Victorian White Batiste Bodice</td></tr>



<tr><td>Location:Beautiful, Green Salem, Oregon</td></tr>
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