From the 1930s, an evening jacket in jet-black silk velvet. Two-layer construction features a sleeveless interior vest beneath a ruffled outer layer that forms flowing sleeves. Feels wonderfully soft and flowy. Deaccessioned from the University of Georgia's Historic Clothing & Textile Collection. Some photos lightened to show detail.

Proceeds from the sale of thisantiquejacket will be donated to the Historic Clothing & Textile Collection at the University of Georgia.I thank Asst. Prof. and HCTC Liaison Monica Sklar, PhD, for letting mehelp with the monumental and super-fun task of culling and organizing the collection. Follow.

Labels:only label is the collection inventory number

Fiber/Care: no tags, silk velvet / dry-clean

Condition: There is one 1.5" long tear at the upper right back shoulder, which has been mended. It is inconspicuous as it's over another layer of the same fabric. There are a few spots where the nap is thinned, slightly crushed, or, as shown in the composite photo, gone. Overall is very good. Wearable with care.

Garment Measurements:
interior shoulders: ~15"/38cm
interior armscyes: 9"/22.5cm across
bust, with jacket edges touching: 42"/106.5cm
length: 31.5"/80cm

Our items are not newly manufactured "vintage style" pieces. They are true vintage, at least 30 years old.Please read condition report provided above.

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