Antique Victorian 1800s Burgundy Oxblood Velvet Cape & Blouse Two Piece Set
Antique Victorian 1800s Burgundy Oxblood Velvet Cape & Blouse Two Piece Set
Info:
♥ Circa: 1800s
♥ Label: None, handmade
♥ Color: Burgundy
♥ Material: Multi
♥ Condition: Good vintage condition considering the age, wearable with care. Patina to buttons and some light spots/discoloration. Blouse’s collar is disintegrating, can be removed or left as is. Cape has some missing and loose pieces of fringe. General surface wear to velvet commensurate with age.
Details:
♥ Pretty antique Victorian era blouse and cape set. Has only been in one family until it arrived to us!
♥ Dark burgundy/oxblood burnout velvet cape with elaborate trim
♥ Matching blouse with corresponding velvet trim
♥ Impressive 17 floral design button closure up the front of blouse
♥ Cape buttons up the front with hidden buttons
Measurements:
*Best for a petite shouldered frame.
Blouse-
Bust: 33”
Waist: 25”
Length: 21.5” to center point at front, 23.5“ to center point at back
Sleeve Length: 18.25”
Shoulder seam to shoulder seam: 13.5”
Cape-
Bust: 42”
Length (not including fringe): 23” in back, 21.5” in front
Shoulder seam to shoulder seam: 13”
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All garments are measured flat, then doubled for the bust, waist, and hips.
Every item is in vintage condition, with any flaws listed in the description. Please keep in mind slight signs of wear at times are inevitable, but we do our best to list and photograph any that we find.
Condition Chart:
Mint: As new, with absolutely no flaws or wear.
Excellent: Used, with no noticeable flaws.
Very Good: Used, with minor flaws, no repairs needed.
Good: Visible wear, minor flaws and/or optional repairs needed.
Fair: Numerous flaws, repairs needed, fragile.
Poor: Extensive damage. For display or study only.
****Chart provided courtesy of the Vintage Fashion Guild. Use or display does not require or imply VFG membership.