Victorian Blue Velvet Sleeveless Bodice turkish sandals Waist: 24"-32" / 61 cm

Waist: 24"-32" / 61 cm to 81 cm

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Crown is uncovered so the tight weave straw is visible

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The sweater has a beaded design at the top

Victorian Blue Velvet Sleeveless Bodice turkish sandals Waist: 24"-32" / 61 cmLadies waistcoat, or vest circa 1880s. This is a very unique and interesting piece, so I am not entirely certain what it would have been called at the time it was made. I have seen the term "corsage" used in print as late as the 1880s, but it was a term more frequently used earlier to refer to what we now call "swiss waists." Lined and boned all around. Silk inner grosgrain belt with single hook and eye closure. Hook and eye and hook and thread