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Bodice
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Bodice

MediumTextile - silk
ClassificationsCostume
Object number1983.9.22 LA
DescriptionGold floral patterned silk bodice/blouse with black velvet trim hook closed - center front; neck has narrow band of self fabric; bodice front has gathers around center portion (neck and waist) lining is padded for illusion of bust line. There is a shoulder level wide lace trim around entire garment and has stays and same lace is on wrists; 2 black velvet ribbons top both shoulders, ending in bows on front and back; black velvet waist band also has bow at left side seam. Sleeves are long and slender with 4 slits about 5 cm long from wrist. A sewn - in label says "Perkins".
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