Bodice
Historical artifact -- Bodice
Identifier:
A922
Description
Black linen/velvet bodice. The overall material feels of linen. It then has velvet and lace accents throughout the piece. The lace contains intricate flower patterns/detailings. The velvet is present near the clasps on the midline as well as in the ribbed area of the midsection. There are velvet ribbons present on the shoulders and small accent areas on the cuff of the sleeves and down the backside of the jacket. The collar clasps all the way up in a "turtle-neck" fashion with intricate lace designs all throughout the collar. The waistline has additional clasps to adjust the sizing of the fit on the waist. Full length sleeves contain lace detailing as well all the way to the cuffs.
Content Date:
1900 – 1919
