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Burgundy Wool Bodice

Title

Burgundy Wool Bodice

Description

Burgundy, wool bodice with peplum, mutton sleeves, braided trim, and French knot embroidery.

Creator

Unknown designer

Date

1890-1899

Contributor

Gift from Elizabeth S. Brown

Identifier

HCC_FA_2018-1975

Coverage

Unknown

Extent

Bust: 36.63" Waist: 24.75"

Curator Notes

Good condition. Small holes in wool sleeves. Evidence of conservation attempt.

Textile

Wool

Photographer

Shane Patrick Qureshi

Curator

Laura Winslow

Accession Number

2012.45.171

Collection

Historical Fashion Collection

Tags

1890, 1890’s, 1890s, Bodice, Braided, Burgundy, Embroidery, French Knot, Mutton, Peplum, Women's tops, Womens, Wool

Citation

Unknown designer, “Burgundy Wool Bodice,” HCC Fashion Archive, accessed May 18, 2025, https://hccfashion.omeka.net/items/show/205.

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