Bodice
Datec. 1880
Location where usedBurlington, Vermont, United States
MediumTextile
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of Mrs. Norman Stevens
Object number1953.1.4
DescriptionTwo piece afternoon dress of green/black plaid corded silk taffeta. Bodice has jewel neckline with pleated off-white tulle collar, full length shaped sleeves, and is very fitted and boned in front. Four rows of green velvet ribbon form a decorative yoke edged with yellow/green silk fringe. The sleeves are similarly trimmed in ribbon and fringe, accented with a plaid silk bow just below the elbow. The bodice closes with hooks and eyes at the center front with a decorative row of green velvet buttons to the right. There is a green velvet ribbon attached at the waist. It is lined in tan cotton twill.On View
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