Antique bodice caraco 18th century?

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  1. baileybae

    baileybae Active Member

    Any opinions on this bodice? Found it online, they are calling in early 1900s French caraco or jacket. It looks 18th century to me, all hand sewn. What do you think? Thanks :)

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    baileybae, Jan 26, 2021
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  2. Any Jewelry

    Any Jewelry Well-Known Member

    The smocking and slight puffing of the top half of the sleeves, narrowing around the lower arm, looks ca 1840s to me. Could even be later if it is a rural garment (regional costume).
    A caraco hangs over the hips and is fitted around the waist. It is often open at the front to reveal a stomacher or bodice.


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  3. Northern Lights Lodge

    Northern Lights Lodge Well-Known Member

    Love the fabric!
     
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  4. Ownedbybear

    Ownedbybear Well-Known Member

    If that's a really bright purple/maroon, it's at least mid nineteenth at the earliest. Aniline dyes and all that.
     
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