Two Silk Evening Bodices, 1860s
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Two Silk Evening Bodices, 1860s
This lot includes two bodices.
THE FIRST
Green silk taffeta bodice with black grid print, satin trimmed ruffled cuffs and matching separate satin trimmed scalloped collar.
Unlabeled
Mary D. Doering Archive No.: BOW.071.1860AB
Approximate Measurements:
BODICE
Shoulders: 18.5"
Chest: 37"
Waist: 23.5"
Length (underarm to hem): 7.25"
Sleeve (center back neck to hem): 31"
COLLAR
Shoulders: 19"
Waist: 24"
Length (high shoulder point to waist band): 14"
THE SECOND
Rust brown silk taffeta evening bodice with scalloped frills and center front button closures.
Unlabeled
Mary D. Doering Archive No.: BOW.050.1865
Approximate Measurements:
Shoulders: 18"
Chest: 34"
Waist: 23.5"
Length (underarm to hem): 6"
Sleeve (center back neck to hem): 29"
Property of Mary D. Doering, Falls Church, Virginia
This lot includes two bodices.
THE FIRST
Green silk taffeta bodice with black grid print, satin trimmed ruffled cuffs and matching separate satin trimmed scalloped collar.
Unlabeled
Mary D. Doering Archive No.: BOW.071.1860AB
Approximate Measurements:
BODICE
Shoulders: 18.5"
Chest: 37"
Waist: 23.5"
Length (underarm to hem): 7.25"
Sleeve (center back neck to hem): 31"
COLLAR
Shoulders: 19"
Waist: 24"
Length (high shoulder point to waist band): 14"
THE SECOND
Rust brown silk taffeta evening bodice with scalloped frills and center front button closures.
Unlabeled
Mary D. Doering Archive No.: BOW.050.1865
Approximate Measurements:
Shoulders: 18"
Chest: 34"
Waist: 23.5"
Length (underarm to hem): 6"
Sleeve (center back neck to hem): 29"
Property of Mary D. Doering, Falls Church, Virginia
Condition
Condition: THE FIRST The overall condition is fair with the following: Structural Issues: A couple of the front buttons cord coverings have become loose. Fading/Color Change: There is some major color loss and fading due to perspiration along the neckline, under each arm, and back waist. Soiling/Spots: There is heavy soiling under each arm and along the neckline lining. The collar has large orange spots on the front and the satin trim has faded. THE SECOND The overall condition is good structurally with the following: Losses: There are some small holes on the front right sleeve cuff and back left shoulder. Soiling/Spots: There is heavy soiling under each arm which has led to some fading and some light soiling throughout the lining. Everything is sold 'As Is'. The stated overall condition of the lot is based on the assumption that the wear is consistent with age and use. The absence of any reference to the condition of a lot does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. All other condition issues are stated above. To request additional working condition photos, please email couturecr@hindmanauctions.com with the lot number. Condition is a matter of opinion of the evaluator and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Clients must review and agree to the Conditions of Sale before participating in an auction.
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Two Silk Evening Bodices, 1860s
Estimate $300 - $500
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