The loose bodice: is formed by a layer of black tulle embroidered with twisted silks, raffia, studded with coloured rhinestones and shaped foliate sequins. This is over a layer of nude coloured organza. Where the embroidery has caught the tulle at the under arms and waist sides there are small holes in the tulle ground – but over the main body of the bodice front and back the tulle is generally good. The embroidery and adornments are generally good. Inside is good, no problems. The skirt is formed from a base layer of slubbed pink organza with two sheer layers of brown organza over it. Skirt is good condition, no problems. b.92cm, 36in, w. 61cm, 24in no. 94564
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