Edwardian Blouse 1900s Pigeon-Front Black Wool Bodice bright silk blouse Three buttons down front bodice

Three buttons down front bodice

Bust to 42" around

up upcycled purse

An excellent working clasp and safety chain

CONDITION: light distressing

Edwardian Blouse 1900s Pigeon-Front Black Wool Bodice bright silk blouse Three buttons down front bodiceThis late Victorian pigeon front or pleated front bodice or blouse is made of crisp, black wool woven with a tiny white dots pattern. It has black velvet trim and full, bishop sleeves with fitted cuffs. The squared end collar and the front of the bust have black velvet ribbon accents. The velvet ribbon stripes on the bust emphasize the pleats that extend down from the shoulders to the hem. These flat pleats create a lot of fullness at the front of the