BODICE/JACKET

CH1978.501

Black satin with black silk lining. Fitted to waist with band of fold material. Deep "V" neck with "V" shaped lapels, edged in black bra and silk pleating. Braid continues to waist. Tucks in black braid and silk pleating, from shoulder to end of "V" form pouching effect Fastens Fastens with 4 hooks down front (on lining). 2 at waist band. Wide, elbow length sleeves, with inner and outer seam. "Cuff" with braid and pleating. Back cut in one piece with 6 deep tucks stitched half way down. Braid.

Department: 

History Department

Collection

History Collection

Collection Item Data

Accession Number: CH1978.501
Accession Date: 30 Oct 1978

Material

Metal

silk, metal

Silk/Textile
Metal/Metal

Measurement

length490mm
width640mmwaist

 

 

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