Antique-Gown

 
The stomacherwas an essential part of women's gowns, from about 1570 to 1780. In its most basic form it was a long V-or U-shaped panel that decorated the front of a woman's bodice. The stomacher could either be part of the bodice or a separate garment that fastened to the bodice. The stomacher had two main purposes: to add decoration and to provide structure. Both decoration and structure changed with passing fashions over the long history of this garment.

This stomacher dates from the late Baroque period (ca. 1700-1730) and was probably attached to a court dress. Origin: England. Two buttonholes indicate that the lower part of the stomacher was buttoned in and was not visible. Metal threads have been artfully shaped beforehand and then sewn onto an ivory-colored silk with the yellow threads. In very good to excellent condition for its age. Subtle signs of age and wear. A few loose threads.

Measures:
Length: ~ 32 cm
Width at the top: ~ 26 cm
Width bottom: ~ 17 cm

Price: 990 Euro