- Mid 1800s
- Lightweight cotton
- High neck, oversized sleeves, gathered shoulders, and adjustable waist
- Lace at neck with original red silk ribbon
- Sleeves can be worn extra long, but there is a fold line that suggests they were worn with an oversized cuff
- Closes up front with carved mother of pearl buttons, a tie at waist to adjust size, & hook/eye at neck
Flat Measurements
Bust- 38"
Waist- 34" max (adjustable)
Shoulders- 17.5"
Armscye- 15"
Sleeve Length- 18" (cuffed), 24.5" (uncuffed)
Condition- Excellent overall condition, freshly cleaned. It looks like the blouse was slightly longer, but was hemmed a while back- The basting stitch can easily be removed if desired