Late Victorian Mourning Bodice | Grape Motif
Late Victorian Mourning Bodice | Grape Motif
Late Victorian Mourning Bodice | Grape Motif
Late Victorian Mourning Bodice | Grape Motif
Late Victorian Mourning Bodice | Grape Motif
Late Victorian Mourning Bodice | Grape Motif
Late Victorian Mourning Bodice | Grape Motif
Late Victorian Mourning Bodice | Grape Motif
Late Victorian Mourning Bodice | Grape Motif
Late Victorian Mourning Bodice | Grape Motif
Late Victorian Mourning Bodice | Grape Motif

Late Victorian Mourning Bodice | Grape Motif

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Beautiful late Victorian silk bodice, which I think was worn for mourning as it features an embroidered grape motif.

Grapes can be representative of the blood of Christ and the victory of life over death.

There is an inner bodice with gorgeous milk glass buttons! 

+++ Measurements +++

Measurements taken with garment laid flat, double for bust and waist:

  • 17" armpit to armpit
  • 11.75" across waist

+++ Condition +++

Condition overall is good with some wear:

  • Small hole in the front at the bottom near the waist closure
  • Missing the hook at the waist 
  • One hook in the middle front has come off but it still attached to the corresponding hook on the other side, could be resewn

Wearable with care.

+++ Please read +++

This item is not new, and as such, it has wear commensurate with age. As with all older vintage and antique items, please handle with care. 

All items are sold as-is, and I do my best to point out all condition issues and provide a detailed description and photographs. 

Unless specified, items have not been cleaned.

I do not accept returns or offer refunds. Please see all photos, read the entire description, and ask any questions before purchasing.