Sold for $630
This lot contains four bodices.
TOP LEFT
White and blue silk striped bodice with v-neckline and flounced design from shoulder to hem, long sleeves, and a center front button closure.
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Approximate Measurements:
Shoulders: 14"
Chest: 27"
Waist: 21"
Length (high shoulder point to hem): 26"
Sleeve (center back neck to hem): 27.5"
Top Right
Black silk taffeta bodice trimmed with panels of fabric woven with a floral design, long sleeves, and silk fring hem. The bodice is lined with brown cotton and closes down the center front with metal hooks and eyes.
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Approximate Measurements:
Shoulders: 15.5"
Chest: 28"
Waist: 22"
Length (high shoulder point to hem): 14.5"
Sleeve (center back neck to hem): 28"
BOTTOM LEFT
Red silk taffeta
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Approximate Measurements:
Shoulders: 15"
Chest: 28"
Waist: 20"
Hips: 21"
Length (high shoulder point to hem): 30"
Sleeve (center back neck to hem): 30"
BOTTOM RIGHT
Cream silk taffeta
No labels
Approximate Measurements:
Shoulders: 13"
Chest: 28"
Waist: 22"
Length (high shoulder point to hem): 30"
Sleeve (center back neck to hem): 28"
Condition:
THE FIRST
The overall condition is poor with the following:
Split/Separated Seams: Numerous split seams throughout, especially in the trim.
Losses: There are several areas of splits where there are areas of fabric loss.
Soiling/Spots: There are several spots on the blue silk panes.
THE SECOND
The overall condition is good with the following:
Split/Separated Seams: Minor splitting under each arm.
Losses: Minor losses under each arm.
Soiling/Spots: Several spots under each arm in the lining and minor dye loss in exterior.
Repairs/Alterations: Underarms show signs of repair.
THE THIRD
The overall condition is very good with the following:
Split/Separated Seams: Very minor pulling on armscyes.
Losses: Two of the covered buttons have moth damage and there is a split in the back left shoulder from folding.
Soiling/Spots: None
Repairs/Alterations: None
THE FOURTH
The overall condition is fair with the following:
Split/Separated Seams: Most of the seams are in good condition except one towards the hem of the center back 'tail'.
Losses: The fabric is brittle in several areas of the bodice, especially on the sleeves.
Soiling/Spots: There are minor spots around the neck and hem.
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