Antique 19thC Victorian Mourning Blouse Bodice Velvet Capelet Funeral Clothing

Description

View Antique 19thC Victorian Mourning Blouse Bodice Velvet Capelet Funeral Clothing with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. The blouse features a high collar, fabric covered buttons, decorative trim, pintuck detailing, and intricate Victorian era construction. The cape is made of rich black velvet and pairs wonderfully with the blouse, creating a striking 19th century mourning display. **MANNEQUIN DOES NOT COME WITH** Beautiful matching display consisting of an antique black silk mourning blouse and black velvet cape. The blouse features a high collar, fabric covered buttons, decorative trim, pintuck detailing, and intricate Victorian era construction. The cape is made of rich black velvet and pairs wonderfully with the blouse, creating a striking 19th century mourning display. Circa 1860-80s Blouse: 17" tall & 14" across the chest to the shoulder line on the mannequin. Shreaded/tearing on bottom right side Velvet capelet 54.5 inches wide laid out by 18 inches tall. Both pieces show age related wear, fading, fraying, fabric loss, and other condition issues consistent with antique clothing of this age. Please examine all photos carefully as they are considered part of the description. Wonderful display pieces for collectors of Victorian clothing, mourning artifacts, antique textiles, historical fashion, theatrical costuming, museums, or period home décor. A scarce and visually striking survivor from the Victorian era. Condition: Pre-owned - Fair. Category: Clothing, Shoes & Accessories › Specialty › Vintage › Women's Vintage Clothing › Other Women's Vintage Clothing. Brand: Unbranded.

Brand

Unbranded

Decade

Pre 1890

Color

Black

Original/Reproduction

Original

Look

Victorian

Country of Origin

United States