Edwardian Blouse 1900s Pigeon-Front Black Wool Bodice soldier field long sleeves w elastic cuffs

long sleeves w elastic cuffs

There are just a couple of snags that could be pulled through

+ Two large see-through panels of black lace with wrap-like effect

Small snag on back from clip

The last two pictures saw some slight spots

Edwardian Blouse 1900s Pigeon-Front Black Wool Bodice soldier field long sleeves w elastic cuffsThis 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