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Superb antique hand made Victorian-Edwardian Irish crochet lace blouse in a warm ecru... Features an ornate floral motif showcasing dimensional flowers with greenery, and is finihsed off with a boned high neck, and scalloped edge all around. Gently gathered along the waist, with closure via hooks and eyes along the back,  and snaps along the wrists. Measurements as follows:

-overall length ~18in

-width shoulder-to-shoulder ~13&1/2in

-width armpit-to-armpit ~18in

-width of waist ~15&1/2in

-sleeve length ~25in

In overall very good condition with age discoloration, occasional scraggly threads, mild fraying along the unfinished edges of the silk binder along the waist with a few unraveled stitches, and a few light spots.  Please enlarge photos for details.