1860-1880
GUSN-18771
Black silk bodice w/ velvet stripes and elaborate silver beads on high collar, cuffs and front breast plate. 8 stays in lining. 16 hook and eyes for front closure. Natural-colored liner, visible at sleeves. (sleeves have been cut out)
bodices
hand sewing
linen (material)
silk (textile)
silver (metal)
Linen
Silk
Silver
Machine Sewn
BODICE
Original to Castle Tucker (Wiscasset, Me.),
Unknown
Gift of Miss Jane S. Tucker
1998.4758
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