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Bodice

Collection Type

  • Clothing and accessories

Date

1827-1830

GUSN

GUSN-12476

Description

Cream taffeta bodice with monochromatic floral trail pattern with rosebuds amd multi colored brocaded floral sprays; short puffed sleeves gathered into piping, open neckline with broad collar extending to sleeves and trimmed with purple and cream fringe; hook and eye closure at back; padding at front above darts; lined with linen.

Details

Descriptive Terms

bodices
silk (textile)
taffeta
brocade (textile)
weddings
Women's clothing
Bodice

Maker

Unknown

Location of Origin

France

Accession Number

1928.55

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