Antique Victorian 1880s Black Silk Mourning Bustle Dress Bodice Skirt Fringe 2Pc

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A striking late-Victorian ensemble in black figured silk damask — a self-toned woven floral and scrollwork pattern that catches the light. Comprises a fitted, boned cuirass bodice with a high mandarin collar, self-covered ball buttons up the full front and at the cuffs, and slightly gathered coat sleeves; paired with a matching bustle skirt heavily worked with tiered looped-ribbon/chenille fringe, bands of shirring and ruching, knife-pleated satin trim, and a draped back with bow. This is a dressmaker-made piece with dense hand-finishing — herringbone-stitched boning channels, princess seaming, glazed cotton lining, and a waist tape. The figured silk and elaborate multi-tiered trim make it a step above the plain mourning blacks more commonly found; it likely served as a formal or second-mourning dress. A comparable plain black silk two-piece of the same date (by Jay's of Regent Street) is held in the Victoria & Albert Museum collection. A wonderful piece for collectors, costume/textile study, display, theatre/film, or gothic and historical-fashion enthusiasts. Sold as-is in antique condition. This is a roughly 140-year-old silk garment and shows age and wear consistent with its age. There are several areas that need repair — please review ALL photos closely before purchasing. Zoom in — the photos document condition

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