Evening dress bodice
Category
Costume
Date
1900
Materials
Silk, lace, satin and glass
Measurements
0 mm (Length)
Collection
Tyntesfield, North Somerset
NT 18742.1
Summary
Lady's evening dress bodice of fine eau-de-nil silk with cream appliqué sprays of leaves, and trimmed with ribbon lace, tulle, beaded fringe, diamante and simulated pearl drops. Believed by Christie's to be possibly French, possibly by Worth. Extremely fragile condition - no measurements taken to avoid further damage. Has matching bodice (NT18742.2) and partial sash (NT18742.3).
Provenance
Purchased from the estate of the late Lord Wraxall with the assistance of the NHMF and donations from members and supporters.