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Lot 87

Sale 1156 - Spring Fashion & Accessories
Mar 14, 2023 10:00AM CT
Online / Chicago
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Estimate
$300 - 500
Price Realized
$630
Sold prices are inclusive of Buyer’s Premium

Lot Description

Four Bodices, 1850-70s


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. 
No Labels 

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 
No labels

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" 


Deaccessioned by the Valentine Museum to benefit collections care, preservation, and future acquisitions.

This lot is located in Chicago.

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