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Woman's bodice
American
early 20th century
Place of Use: Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Medium/Technique
Linen plain weave, cotton plain weave, cutwork embroidery, embroidered net and crochet insertions, mother-of-pearl buttons
Dimensions
Center front: 48.3 cm (19 in.)
Center back: 40.6 cm (16 in.)
Center back: 40.6 cm (16 in.)
Credit Line
Gift in memory of Mrs. Horatio Appleton Lamb
Accession Number52.1164
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAmericas, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsCostumes
DescriptionWhite linen cutwork bodice with wide bands of open ovals finished in hem stitch alternating with narrow inserted crocheted bands in geometric pattern; large crocheted blossoms with leaves inserted in yolk, front, and cuffs; high neck of embroidered net with blossom motifs; bloused in front; back closure with fabric-covered buttons; long sleeves puffed at top with mother-of-pearl buttons at cuffs; thread-covered rings sewn to outside of peplum (on which to attach skirt)