C.1890s to 1900 Victorian elaborately beaded and sequinned pigeon fronted mourning bodice vintage apron Bust 44” comfortably

Bust 44” comfortably

it has a few little worn spots/drops on the sleeve as shown

As shown a couple of gifts of feathers are missing but overall effect good

Fastens to the rear with a concealed metal zipper

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C.1890s to 1900 Victorian elaborately beaded and sequinned pigeon fronted mourning bodice vintage apron Bust 44” comfortablyThis is a fabulous example of a very late Victorian early Edwardian pigeon pout fronted bodice, which has been very carefully preserved. The cuffs are magnificent! Created by Jays of Regent Street, who were one of the major providers of mourning wear in the City, for a Mrs Weir (as per the waist tape). Heres a wonderful in depth bit of background on Jays; https: londonstreetviews. wordpress. com 2013 09 12 jays mourning warehouse amp Its really quite