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Black Velvet Bonwit Teller Modesty Ladies' Maid Art Deco Day Dress - S, 1930s

About the Item

What at first glance seems like a monastic service uniform is actually so much more, thanks to diamond shape waist insets that create Art Deco angles on close inspection. The flared Caballero gauntlet cuffs and sash waist elevate the style even further. Crisp, clean and masterfully made. Drop waist dress with draping wrap skirt, tonal pattern bodice and left hip sash tie; wide scooping neckline features 5” Puritan collar with braided cord trim. Long sleeves include 8 ¼” flaring caballero cuffs with matching braided trim and two wrist buttons. Pullover construction with three-snap opening at left waist; 10 back buttons are ornamental only. Unlined. fabric: cotton velveteen noteworthy: dry clean only repairs: repaired rear neckline condition: excellent measurements: collar: 5” at widest neckline: 9 ½” across, 4” drop shoulders: 17” sleeve: 24” from shoulder, 19” from underarm sleeve circumference: 12” at upper arm, 7 ¾” at wrist (buttoned) bust: 36” waist: 36” hips: 40” length: 45” from shoulder, 37 ½” from underarm sweep: 45” label: Bonwit Teller size: no size tag present; comparable to modern size small
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  • Dimensions:
    Marked Size: none; comparable to size S (US)Bust: 36 in (91.44 cm)Waist: 36 in (91.44 cm)Hip: 40 in (101.6 cm)Shoulder to Hem: 45 in (114.3 cm)
  • Style:
    Art Deco (Of the Period)
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  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Altered (not by designer).
  • Seller Location:
    Tucson, AZ
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 0811.09.1881stDibs: LU86434509831
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