Monday, May 23, 2016

Early Edwardian Brown Bodice with a secret pocket!


From the seller:
Antique victorian blouse in good condition. High collar and full sleeves. Waist about 24".

From Me:

1903 Fashion Plate

The bishop sleeve is the key to dating this. Also note the pigeon front. Most likely 1902/1903.

3 comments:

  1. that "secret pocket" is a watch pocket.
    Val

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    1. I forgot to add that when I wrote up the me part, d'oh. Thanks!

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  2. If the pocket is a watch pocket, wouldn't it be very inconvenient? It looks like it's sewn into the lining at bust level, so I'm assumimg you have to undo the hooks in order to use it?

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